“People cannot help their predilections, although they may conceal them.”
Book:King Charles II
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King Charles II
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Antonia Fraser
Antonia Fraser is a renowned British historian and author, known for her in-depth research into British history. Her works span from the Tudor to the Stuart periods, with her studies on Mary, Queen of Scots being particularly notable. more
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