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Quote by Maria Jane McIntosh

“Sunday, that day so tedious to the triflers of earth, so full of beautiful reposes of calmness and strength for the earnest and heavenly minded.”

Quote by Maria Jane McIntosh

Book:Two Lives: Or, To Seem and to be

Work

Two Lives: Or, To Seem and to be

This literary work delves into the intricate dynamics of human connections and the challenges of self-discovery, offering a nuanced portrayal of the human condition. more

Author

Maria Jane McIntosh

Maria Jane McIntosh, a 19th-century British writer, is renowned for her delicate emotional descriptions and profound social insights. Her works often focus on women's status and marriage issues, and have had a significant impact on female literature in the post-war era. more

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