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Quote by Gertrude Stein

“Once upon a time Baltimore was necessary.”

Quote by Gertrude Stein

Book:A Stein Reader

Work

This reader offers a selection of Gertrude Stein's poetry, essays, and plays, showcasing her innovative style and influential contributions to modern literature. more

Author

Gertrude Stein, an American writer born on February 3, 1874, and died on July 27, 1946. She is renowned for her unique writing style and her influence on modernist literature. more

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