A wise parent humours the desire for independent action, so as to become the friend and adviser when his absolute rule shall cease. (Elizabeth Gaskell)

A wise parent humours the desire for independent action, so as to become the friend and adviser when his absolute rule shall cease.

Elizabeth Gaskell

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