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Clemence Dane
Clemence Dane

Clemence Dane was an English novelist known for her profound portrayal of the lives of people from the lower classes. Her works often carry a realistic tone and explore issues of class, gender, and morality. Dane's writing career spanned the first half of the 20th century, and her works were widely read and appreciated both during her time and in subsequent generations. more

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