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“A little kingdom I possess, where thoughts and feelings dwell; And very hard the task I find of governing it well.”

Quote by Louisa May Alcott

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Louisa May Alcott

American novelist, famous for works such as 'Little Women'. Born on November 29, 1832, and died on March 6, 1888. more

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