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“It turned out to be a young Dasypus novemcinctus, a nine-banded armadillo, about the size of a small loaf of bread. Although they were becoming more common in Texas, I'd never seen one up close before. Anatomically speaking, it resembled the unhappy melding of an anteater (the face), a mule (the ears), and a tortoise (the carapace). I thought it overall an unlucky creature in the looks department, but Granddaddy once said that to apply a human definition of beauty to an animal that had managed to thrive for millions of years was both unscientific and foolish.”

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Book:The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate
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The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate

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Jacqueline Kelly
Jacqueline Kelly

Jacqueline Kelly is a writer known for her unique perspective and profound insights into various themes. Her works span a range of genres, including children's literature and historical novels. The exact dates of her birth and death are unknown. more

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