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Quote by Joy Davidman

“I suppose it's unfair, tricks of argument that leave wounds, but with this sort of thing that (C.S.) Lewis does, what I feel is a craftsman's joy at the sight of a superior performance.”

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Joy Davidman
Joy Davidman

Joy Davidman, a British poet, was born on April 18, 1915, and passed away on July 13, 1960. Her poetry is known for its unique style and profound emotion, and is widely regarded as an important voice in 20th-century British literature. more

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