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“poetry which she loved rather as it might be assumed a cat loves birds; poetry, especially the declamatory sort, excited and possessed her; she would pounce on the stuff, play with it quivering in her mind”

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Muriel Spark
Muriel Spark

Muriel Spark was a Scottish author known for her wit and sharp social commentary. Born on February 1, 1918, in Edinburgh, Scotland, she passed away on April 13, 2006. Spark's writing often delved into themes of identity, morality, and the human condition, with her novel 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' being one of her most celebrated works. more

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