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Knowing Latin and having two years of Attic Greek gave me the strong foundation upon which I've built a career. I think the classical training, more than anything, has provided me with longevity.

Rita Mae Brown

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Rita Mae Brown
Age: 80
Born: 1944
Born: November 28
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