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“How indescribable the scent of autumn flowers was– barely a scent at all, really; just a faint, strange smell, pleasant but sad. Could a smell be sad or was it just the association with the dying summer?”

Quote by Dodie Smith

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The New Moon with the Old

This book delves into the complexities of transformation and the enduring aspects of human experience. more

Author

Dodie Smith
Dodie Smith

Dodie Smith was an English novelist, best known for her children's literature, particularly the Winnie-the-Pooh series, which has become a global classic. Born on May 3, 1896, in London, she passed away on November 24, 1990. more

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