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“Without a function, we cease to be. So, I will write till I die.”

Quote by Farley Mowat

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Farley Mowat was a renowned Canadian author known for his profound insights into wildlife and the natural environment. His works often feature animals as central characters, using their perspectives to explore the relationship between humans and nature. Mowat's writing style is vivid and poetic, greatly appreciated by readers. more

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