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She sowed in my mind the idea that reality is not only what we see on the surface it has a magical dimension as well and, if we so desire, it is legitimate to enhance it and color it to make our journey through life less trying.

Isabel Allende

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Isabel Allende
Age: 82
Born: 1942
Born: August 2
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City of the Kings
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