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“It is difficult to love mankind unless one has a reasonable private income, and when one has a reasonable private income one has better things to do than loving mankind.”

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Hugh Kingsmill

Hugh Kingsmill, a British writer, was born on November 21, 1889, and passed away on May 15, 1949. His works spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. more

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