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“And a Famous Film Star who is left alone is more alone than any other person has ever been in the whole Histry of the World, because of the contrast to our normal enviromint.”

Quote by Anita Loos

Book:A Mouse is Born

Work

A Mouse is Born

This book follows the adventures of a young mouse as it navigates the complexities of life, learning valuable lessons about survival and friendship. more

Author

Anita Loos was an American screenwriter renowned for her sharp wit and satirical style. She is most famous for her work on the film 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'. Born on April 26, 1889, in Los Angeles, California, she passed away on August 18, 1981. more

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