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“Avisitor from Mars contemplating a man in a frock coat and top hat and a woman in a crinoline might well have supposed that they belonged to different species.”

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James Laver
James Laver

James Laver, a British author born on March 14, 1899, and died on June 3, 1975, is known for his works that are characterized by their delicate emotions and profound insights. His writings mainly involve history and biographies of historical figures. more

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