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But unless she can imitate the utterances, she is lost; she has no life till she can join in the chatter of the kitchen.
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Walter Bagehot
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gutenberg.orgWalter Bagehot: “But unless she can imitate the utterances, she is lost; she has no life till she can join in the chatter of the kitchen.”
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This quote highlights the necessity of communication for individuals in a social setting, particularly for those who are less educated.
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