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“I supposed a stalwart chicken begins life in a stalwart egg.”

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Book:The Rubicon

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E.F. Benson was a British novelist known for his distinctive humor and profound insight into Victorian era life. His works covered a wide range of genres, including mystery, comedy, and romantic novels. more

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