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“He alone is great Who by a life heroic conquers fate.”

Quote by Sarah Knowles Bolton

Book:Sarah K. Bolton: Pages from an Intimate Autobiography

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Sarah K. Bolton: Pages from an Intimate Autobiography

Sarah K. Bolton's Pages from an Intimate Autobiography is a compilation of her personal narratives, providing readers with an insight into her life experiences and introspective musings. more

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Sarah Knowles Bolton

Sarah Knowles Bolton, an American writer, was born on September 15, 1841, and passed away on February 21, 1916. She is known for her children's literature, which was popular among readers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. more

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