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She had a womanly instinct that clothes possess an influence more powerful over many than the worth of character or the
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"She had a womanly instinct that clothes possess an influence more powerful over many than the worth of character or the magic of manners"

- Louisa May Alcott

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Louisa May Alcott between November 29, 1832 and March 6, 1888. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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