“Not even a collapsing world looks dark to a man who is about to make his fortune.”
Quote by E. B. White
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E. B. White
E. B. White, a renowned American writer, was born on July 11, 1899, and passed away on October 1, 1985. Known for his concise and elegant writing style, he is the author of classic works such as 'Charlotte's Web' and 'Stuart Little'. more
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