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“lips all crude scarlet, and eyes as absurdly big and round as a child's good-by kiss.”

Quote by Eleanor Hallowell Abbott

Book:The Sick-a-Bed Lady: And Other Tales

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The Sick-a-Bed Lady: And Other Tales

This book is a compilation of short tales that revolve around the enigmatic figure of the Sick-a-Bed Lady, exploring various themes and narratives. more

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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott

Eleanor Hallowell Abbott was an American author born on September 22, 1872, and died on June 4, 1958. Known for her delicate emotions and profound insights, her works mainly focused on women's lives and family relationships in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. more

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