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“It's the thought that counts.”

Quote by Rosamond Lehmann

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Rosamond Lehmann

Rosamond Lehmann was an English novelist known for her delicate emotional portrayals and complex characterizations. Her works often explore themes of love, marriage, and feminine identity, with 'The Four Loves' and 'Edward Fitzgerald' being her most celebrated novels. more

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