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“To the truly benevolent mind, indeed, nothing is more satisfactory than to hear of a miser denying himself the necessaries of life a little too far and ridding us of his presence altogether.”

Quote by James Payn

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James Payn (February 28, 1830 - March 25, 1898) was a prominent British novelist known for his social realism. Payn's works often dealt with social issues, providing a deep analysis of the British society of his time. more

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