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“The age is a vociferous one, and no prophet is without honor who is able to strike an attitude and to speak loud enough to make himself heard.”

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Ellen Glasgow
Ellen Glasgow

Ellen Glasgow, an American novelist, was born on April 22, 1873, and died on November 21, 1945. Her works are known for their profound psychological insights and critical portrayal of the Southern society. more

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