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“I'm afraid, Belle, that being a lady is more than proper clothes. It is an attitude. From your...experience, you may know more of business and politics than ladies are supposed to know. Gentlemen are pleased to think ladies are ornamental, and it is an ill-advised ornament who contradicts her gentleman.”

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Book:Rhett Butler's People
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Rhett Butler's People

'Rhett Butler's People' is a fictional narrative that expands upon the character of Rhett Butler, originally introduced in 'Gone with the Wind'. The story is set in the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era, offering a glimpse into the lives of the characters and the societal changes they experience. The novel delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the human spirit, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Rhett's character and his place in the tumultuous times of the late 19th century. more

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Donald McCaig
Donald McCaig

Donald McCaig is a British novelist born in 1940. His works, primarily historical novels and biographical literature, have won him a wide readership. more

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