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Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers

“To foment grievance and to set men at variance is the trade by which agitators thrive and journalists make money.”

Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers

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Dorothy L. Sayers

Dorothy L. Sayers was an English writer renowned for her detective novels. Her works are celebrated for their unique literary style and profound insights into criminal psychology. Sayers' detective novels typically feature the character of Valery West, a female detective, whose stories offer not only suspenseful plots but also delve into moral and philosophical issues. more

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