“All I can say about my mind is that, like a fire carefully laid by a good housemaid, it is one that any match will light.”
Book:More Memories
Quote by Margot Asquith
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More Memories
This book compiles a series of personal stories and essays, offering readers a glimpse into the author's life experiences and insights. more
Author
Margot Asquith
Margot Asquith was an English author and socialite, born on February 2, 1864, and died on July 28, 1945. She was the wife of the British Prime Minister, H.H. Asquith, and is known for her diaries and memoirs that offer a unique perspective on the political and social life of her time. more
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