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“He felt shocked. But he also felt in some way relieved, for it is better to admit some facts, even hard, bitter facts, than to go on pretending that they don't exist.”

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Book:Pigs Might Fly
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Pigs Might Fly

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Dick King-Smith
Dick King-Smith

British writer, born on March 27, 1922, and died on January 4, 2011. He is known for his works in children's literature, which are beloved by readers. more

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