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Every man needs two women: a quiet home-maker, and a thrilling nymph.

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Iris Murdoch
Age: 79 †
Born: 1919
Born: July 15
Died: 1999
Died: February 8
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Philosopher
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Dublin city
Jean Iris Murdoch
Dame Iris Murdoch
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