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“Saint George killed the last dragon, and he was called a hero for it. I've never seen a dragon, and I wish he would have left at least one. Saint Patrick made a name for himself by running the snakes out of Ireland, leaving the place vulnerable to rodent infestation. This business of making saints out of men who exterminate their fellow creatures has got to stop. All I'm saying is, it's starting to get a little lonely up here at the top of the food chain.”

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A. Whitney Brown
A. Whitney Brown

A. Whitney Brown, born on July 8, 1952, is an accomplished writer known for his diverse literary works, which are celebrated for their profound insights and unique narrative style. more

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