“To think of playing cricket for hard cash! Money and gentility would ruin any pastime under the sun.”
Quote by Mary Russell Mitford
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Mary Russell Mitford
Mary Russell Mitford, born on December 16, 1787, and died on January 10, 1855, was a renowned British author, playwright, and traveler in the 19th century. Known for her humorous and witty writing style, Mitford's works have been beloved by readers for their delicate emotional descriptions. more
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