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“Get down from your horse, coward, and fight!" "Thank you for the kind offer," I told him, "but I think not." I turned my back on him and rode away. I was to grow accustomed to being called a coward.”

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I Am Mordred

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Nancy Springer
Nancy Springer

Nancy Springer, born on July 5, 1948, is an American author known for her works in fantasy literature, particularly for her novels aimed at young readers. Springer's works are celebrated for their rich imagination and profound moral messages, making her a beloved author among her audience. more

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“ऐसे अवसरों पर जब मनुष्य को गम्भीरतम उत्तरदायित्व सौंपा जाता है तब स्वभावत: आदमी के चरित्र में एक विचित्र-सा निखार आ जाता है।”

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