“The civilization of cities is breeding a new race of monks who have none of the original religious drive towards chastity, but are just incapable of facing the responsibilities of marriage.”
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Kylie Tennant
Kylie Tennant was an influential Australian novelist of the 20th century, known for her exploration of social and political issues in her works. Born on March 12, 1912, in Sydney, Australia, she passed away on February 28, 1988. Throughout her career, she published numerous novels and short stories that have left a lasting impact on Australian literature. more
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