“What I wanted to do was not rule over the land or the fish in the water and birds in the sky, or the wild creatures. I wanted to defend and protect this pond, this land, and all the animals that lived on it. I felt within me the same ferocity of territorialism that any bird or animal in the wild did. This was my home.”
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Where the Rivers Merge
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Mary Alice Monroe
Mary Alice Monroe is an American fiction writer known for her heartwarming and touching stories. Her works often revolve around themes of family, love, and growth, and are well-received by readers. more
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