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“Women deserve to have more than 12 years between 28 and 40.”

Quote by James Thurber

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James Thurber was a renowned American cartoonist and writer. Born on December 8, 1894, and died on November 2, 1961, Thurber is known for his humor and satire in his works, which have had a profound impact on American literature and cartoon art. more

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Book:The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

Source: The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

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Book:The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

Source: The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

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Source: The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

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Book:Works: with a life of the author

Source: Works: with a life of the author

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Source: The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: With a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations

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