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“Nearly all trouble comes from mis-timing.”

Quote by Freya Stark

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Freya Stark, born on January 31, 1893, and died on May 9, 1993, was a renowned British explorer. She is best known for her expeditions in the Middle East, where she conducted in-depth research on local culture, history, and geography. more

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