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“I believe that life should be lived so vividly and so intensely that thoughts of another life, or of a longer life, are not necessary.”

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Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Marjory Stoneman Douglas

Marjory Stoneman Douglas was an American journalist and author renowned for her advocacy in the conservation of the Florida Everglades. Born on April 7, 1890, and passing away on May 14, 1998, she was a pioneer in the environmental movement and her efforts significantly contributed to the protection of wetlands and wildlife. more

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