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“If you limit your actions in life to things that nobody can possibly find fault with, you will not do much!”

Quote by Lewis Carroll

Book:The diaries of Lewis Carroll [pseud.]

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The diaries of Lewis Carroll [pseud.]

This book offers a glimpse into the personal life and thoughts of Lewis Carroll, the pseudonym used by Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, a mathematician and writer. The diaries provide insights into his relationships, interests, and reflections on his work, offering a more intimate understanding of the man behind the famous literary characters. more

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Lewis Carroll, born Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was an English writer, mathematician, logician, photographer, and children's author. He is best known for his novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, which is celebrated for its unique imagination, rich symbolism, and humor. more

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