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“It is an aphorism in physic, that unwholesome airs, because perpetually sucked into the lungs, do distemper health more than coarser diet used but at set times. The like may be said of society, which, if good, is a better refiner of the spirits than ordinary books.”

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Frances Osborne

Frances Osborne is a British author born on February 18, 1969. Her works are known for their delicate emotional touch and profound social insight, primarily focusing on themes such as family, love, and social change. more

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