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Century Quote by Jan Morris

“The language itself, whether you speak it or not, whether…” quote by Jan Morris — Download Open image

“The language itself, whether you speak it or not, whether you love it or hate it, is like some bewitchment or seduction from the past, drifting across the country down the centuries, subtly affecting the nations sensibilities even when its meaning is forgotten.”

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