“Children are not created fully equipped with such values as courage, compassion, integrity, and insights into the motives and needs of themselves and of others.”
Quote by Irene Hunt
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Irene Hunt
Irene Hunt, a British writer born on May 18, 1907, and died on May 18, 2001. She is renowned for her historical novels, particularly for her portrayal of female characters. more
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