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“People seem to think themselves in some ways superior to heaven itself, when they complain of the sorrow and want round about them. And yet it is not the devil for certain who puts pity into their hearts.”

Quote by Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie

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Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie

Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie was a 19th-century British writer known for her novels and short stories. Her works often depicted the Scottish countryside, showcasing profound character development and delicate emotional portrayals. more

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