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Tales Quotes by Charles Dickens
- In a utilitarian age, of all other times, it is a matter of grave importance that fairy tales should be respected.
- It was one of those hot, silent nights, when people sit at windows listening for the thunder which they know will shortly break; when they…
- Your tale is of the longest," observed Monks, moving restlessly in his chair. It is a true tale of grief and trial, and sorrow, young…
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