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“Think what you would have been now, if instead of being fed with tales and old wives' fables in childhood, you had been crammed with geography and natural history!”

Quote by Charles Lamb

Book:The Works of Charles Lamb: To which are Prefixed, His Letters, and a Sketch of His Life

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The Works of Charles Lamb: To which are Prefixed, His Letters, and a Sketch of His Life

This volume includes a selection of Charles Lamb's essays and personal correspondence, offering insights into his literary contributions and personal life. more

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Charles Lamb (February 10, 1775 - December 27, 1834) was an English writer known for his essays and literary criticism. Lamb is celebrated for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into everyday life. His most famous works include 'Elias Ward' and 'The Tales of a Grandfather'. more

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