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“it seems a silly kind o' business to bring us into the world at all for no special reason 'cept to take us out of it again just as folks 'ave learned to know us a bit and find us useful.”

Quote by Marie Corelli

Work

In this thought-provoking novel, the complexities of innocence and the blurred lines between right and wrong are examined through intricate character development and a compelling narrative. more

Author

Marie Corelli, born on May 1, 1855, and died on April 21, 1924, was a renowned British novelist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Known for her romantic style and rich imagination, her works were highly popular during her time. more

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