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“Folks talk a lot about the maternal feeling in women, but they say nothing about man's need to protect and care for someone; yet the one feeling is as basic as the other.”

Quote by Louis L'Amour

Book:High Lonesome
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High Lonesome

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Louis L'Amour
Louis L'Amour

Louis L'Amour (March 22, 1908 - June 10, 1988) was a renowned American author, best known for his Western novels. His works are characterized by vivid descriptions, tense plots, and profound character development, making them highly popular among readers. more

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