I want to do something splendid... Something heroic or wonderful that won't be forgotten after I'm dead... I think I shall write books. (Louisa May Alcott)

I want to do something splendid... Something heroic or wonderful that won't be forgotten after I'm dead... I think I shall write books.

Louisa May Alcott

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