Man reaches the highest point of lovableness at 12 to 17 — … - Karen Blixen

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Man reaches the highest point of lovableness at 12 to 17 — to get it back, in a second flowering, at the age of 70 to 90.

Karen Blixen

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About Karen Blixen

Karen von Blixen-Finecke (17 April 1885 – 7 September 1962) was a Danish author; born Karen Christence Dinesen, she is also known under her pen name Isak Dinesen.

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Alternative Names: Karen von Blixen-Finecke • Isak Dinesen • Tania Blixen • Pierre Andrézel • Osceola

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Man reaches the highest point of lovableness at 12 to 17 — to get it back, in a second flowering, at the age of 70 to 90. - Karen Blixen

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