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If a test of civilization be sought, none can be so sure as the condition of that half of society over which the other h
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"If a test of civilization be sought, none can be so sure as the condition of that half of society over which the other half has power"

- Harriet Martineau

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Harriet Martineau between June 12, 1802 and June 27, 1876. He/she was a famous Writer from England. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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