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Quote by Esther Forbes

“If you can't do, you had best shut up.”

Quote by Esther Forbes

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Esther Forbes was an American novelist known for her profound portrayal of historical figures and events. Her works are typically set against the backdrop of history, using delicate strokes to depict the inner world of characters and the context of their times. Her representative works include biographies of Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. more

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