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“Power's a strange thing, lad. It's a drug people like me crave it.”

Quote by Nancy Farmer

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Nancy Farmer is a renowned American author born on July 7, 1941. Her works are known for their unique perspective and profound insight into the minds of children and adolescents. Her most famous works include 'The Little Princess' and 'The Little Prince'. more

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