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“What does one save for, anyhow? For a few tired hours at the end of life when one sits and counts dollars? Or do we save so that those last years will not be mentally barren or esthetically shabby? I try to save a few things to furnish my mind decently, on the theory that no auctioneer can get in there to sell off all the furniture.”

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Margaret Culkin Banning
Margaret Culkin Banning

Margaret Culkin Banning was an American author renowned for her contributions to children's literature. Born on March 18, 1891, and passing away on January 4, 1982, Banning's writing focused on themes of nature and the environment. She is celebrated for her enduring impact on the field of children's literature. more

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