“An animal is not cruel; it lives wholly in the instant leap on its prey, in the present taste of marrow or blood. Cruelty begins with the memory, and the pleasures of the memory are impure; they draw their strength along levels where no sun has reached.”
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The Journal of Mary Hervey Russell
This book offers a glimpse into the life of Mary Hervey Russell, a member of the English aristocracy during the 18th century. Through her personal journal, readers are privy to her thoughts, feelings, and observations of the era, including social customs, political events, and personal relationships. more
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