“The mob is a sort of bear; while your ring is through its nose, it will even dance under your cudgel; but should the ring slip, and you lose your hold, the brute will turn and rend you.”
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Jane Porter
Jane Porter was an English novelist born on January 17, 1776, and died on May 24, 1850. Known for her delicate emotional descriptions and rich imagination, her works have had a profound impact on literature. more
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