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Quote by Ellen Glasgow

“You look as if you had lived on duty and it hadn't agreed with you.”

Quote by Ellen Glasgow

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Ellen Glasgow, an American novelist, was born on April 22, 1873, and died on November 21, 1945. Her works are known for their profound psychological insights and critical portrayal of the Southern society. more

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