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“Happiness is like time and space--we make and measure it ourselves; it is a fancy--as big, as little, as you please; just a thing of contrasts and comparisons, like health or strength or beauty or any other good--that wouldn't even be noticed but for sad personal experience of its opposite!--or its greater!”

Quote by George du Maurier

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George du Maurier

George du Maurier, a renowned British cartoonist and illustrator, was born on March 6, 1834, and passed away on October 8, 1896. Known for his humorous and satirical style, his works have had a profound impact on the development of cartoon art. more

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