The Children (1928), ch. XXV
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When people ask for time, it's always for time to say no. Yes has one more letter in it, but it doesn't take half as long to say.
— Edith Wharton
What It Means
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About Edith Wharton
Edith Wharton (24 January 1862 – 11 August 1937) was an American novelist, short story writer and designer.
About Edith Wharton
Edith Wharton (24 January 1862 – 11 August 1937) was an American novelist, short story writer and designer.
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