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“I must be like the princess who felt the pea through seven mattresses; each book is a pea.”

Quote by C. S. Forester

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C. S. Forester, a British novelist, is renowned for his naval novels, with his 'Horatio Hornblower' series being particularly popular. His works are characterized by vivid storytelling and in-depth historical research. more

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