“I have always felt that the first duty of a writer was to ascend - to make flights, carrying others along if you can manage it. To do this takes courage, even a certain conceit.”
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E. B. White
E. B. White, a renowned American writer, was born on July 11, 1899, and passed away on October 1, 1985. Known for his concise and elegant writing style, he is the author of classic works such as 'Charlotte's Web' and 'Stuart Little'. more
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