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“Writing a novel proved to be the hardest, most self-analyzing task I had ever attempted, far worse than an autobiography: and its rewards were greater than I expected.”

Quote by Dick Francis

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Dick Francis, born on October 31, 1920, was a renowned jockey from the United Kingdom. He achieved great success in the mid-20th-century British horse racing scene, winning numerous championships. After his retirement as a jockey, he transitioned into a career as a writer, authoring over 40 mystery novels that have been widely appreciated by readers worldwide. more

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