“the announcement that you are going to tell a good story (and the chuckle that precedes it) is always a dangerous opening.”
Quote by Margot Asquith
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More Or Less about Myself
This book is a reflective account of the author's personal journey, touching upon various aspects of their life and self-discovery. more
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Margot Asquith
Margot Asquith was an English author and socialite, born on February 2, 1864, and died on July 28, 1945. She was the wife of the British Prime Minister, H.H. Asquith, and is known for her diaries and memoirs that offer a unique perspective on the political and social life of her time. more
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“[To her host upon leaving a party:] Don't think it hasn't been charming, because it hasn't.”