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“Man pays deference to woman instinctively, involuntarily, not because she is beautiful or truthful or wise or foolish or proper, but because she is a woman, and he cannot help it. If she descends, he will lower to her level; if she rises, he will rise to her height.”

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Mary Abigail Dodge

Mary Abigail Dodge was an American writer renowned for her contributions to children's literature. Born on March 31, 1833, she spent much of her life in New York and New England. Dodge's works were characterized by their moral lessons and imaginative storytelling, making her a prominent figure in the field of children's literature during the late 19th century. more

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