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“Of all the old maid's blessing, the greatest is carte blanche. Spinsterhood is powerful; once a woman is called "that crazy old maid" she can get away with anything.”

Quote by Florence King

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Florence King was an American novelist born on January 5, 1936, and passed away on January 6, 2016. Known for her humor and satirical take on Southern life and culture, her works have left a lasting impact on American literature. more

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