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“People have a right to be shocked; the mention of unmentionable things is a kind of participation in them.”

Quote by Logan Pearsall Smith

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Logan Pearsall Smith

Logan Pearsall Smith was an English author renowned for his essays and literary criticism. His unique writing style has won the admiration of readers. more

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