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“Survival in more primitive ages required constant alertness, but survival in today's mechanized world almost demands that we turn off our senses. In urban life especially, there is too much to see, hear and smell.”

Quote by Carole Katchen

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Carole Katchen
Carole Katchen

Carole Katchen, born in 1944, is an accomplished author whose works span various literary genres. Known for her profound character development and rich imagination, her writing has garnered critical acclaim. more

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