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“Dartmouth Winter Carnival opens, proving once again that bitter cold is no obstacle to going completely out of control.”

Quote by Lisa Birnbach

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Lisa Birnbach, born in 1957, is an American author known for her insightful research and analysis of the upper class and celebrity culture. Her works, including 'The Official Preppy Handbook', have become cultural phenomena, influencing generations' understanding of prep school culture. more

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