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“Wonderful women! Have you ever thought how much we all, and women especially, owe to Shakespeare for his vindication of women in these fearless, high-spirited, resolute and intelligent heroines?”

Quote by Ellen Terry

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Ellen Terry, a renowned British actress, was born on February 27, 1847, and passed away on July 21, 1928. She was one of the most celebrated actresses in the late 19th and early 20th-century British theater, known for her exquisite acting skills and elegant image. more

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