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“Events that are predestined require but little management. They manage themselves. They slip into place while we sleep, and suddenly we are aware that the thing we fear to attempt, is already accomplished.”

Quote by Amelia Barr

Book:All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography

Work

All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography

This book offers a personal narrative of the author's experiences, insights, and reflections throughout their lifetime. more

Author

Amelia Barr, a British novelist, was born on March 29, 1831, and died on March 10, 1919. Known for her delicate emotions and profound social insight, her works had a significant impact on British literature at the end of the 19th century. more

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