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“I think you're very wise. Most people when they get married fancy they're doing a very original thing. It never occurs to them that quite a number of persons have committed matrimony since Adam and Eve.”

Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

Book:Mrs Craddock
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Mrs Craddock

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W. Somerset Maugham
W. Somerset Maugham

W. Somerset Maugham was a British playwright known for his sharp wit and insightful portrayal of human nature. Born on January 25, 1874, and passing away on December 16, 1965, Maugham's plays often delved into the complexities of human relationships and the social dynamics of his era. more

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