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“As the years pass, and we look back on something which, at the time, seemed unbelievably discouraging and unfair, we come to realize that, after all, God was at all times on our side. The eventual outcome was, we discover, by far the best solution for us, and what we thought should have been to our best advantage, would in reality have been quite detrimental.”

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L. Frank Baum
L. Frank Baum

L. Frank Baum was an American author best known for his fantasy novel series, 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. His works have had a profound impact on children's literature. more

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