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“We wander through old streets, and pause before the age stricken houses; and, strange to say, the magic past lights them up.”

Quote by Grace King

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Grace King

Grace King, an American author, was born on November 29, 1852, and died on January 14, 1932. Her works mainly focus on the history and culture of the American South, known for her delicate writing style and profound insights into the psychology of characters. more

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