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“Children became an obsessive theme in Victorian culture at the same time that they were being exploited as never before. As the horrors of life multiplied for some children, the image of childhood was increasingly exalted. Children became the last symbols of purity in a world which was seen as increasingly ugly.”

Quote by C. Sommerville

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C. Sommerville

C. Sommerville, born on August 15, 1938, is a scholar whose identity and profession are not yet clear. His life experience and contributions are limited by available information. more

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