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“Seeing unhappiness in the marriage of friends, I was content to have chosen music and laughter as a substitute for a husband.”

Quote by Elsa Maxwell

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Elsa Maxwell was a renowned author, born on May 24, 1883, and passed away on November 1, 1963. She wrote across various genres, including novels, biographies, and travel literature. more

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