“Science, or para-science, tells us that geraniums bloom better if they are spoken to. But a kind word every now and then is really quite enough. Too much attention, like too much feeding, and weeding and hoeing, inhibits and embarrasses them.”
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Victoria Glendinning
Victoria Glendinning is a renowned British biographer born on April 23, 1937. Her works span across various fields including literature and politics, known for her in-depth research and unique perspective. more
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