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“You have to be careful what you imagine, because the act of imagining is the act of encouraging yourself to be a certain kind of person.”

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Margaret Drabble
Margaret Drabble

Margaret Drabble is a renowned British novelist known for her insightful exploration of social changes and her focus on the lives of women. Her works often delve into the relationship between individuals and society, as well as the impact of historical context on characters' fates. more

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