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When I was a child, my father taught me to put up my fists like a boy and to be prepared to defend myself at all times.
Camille Paglia
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"When I was a child, my father taught me to put up my fists like a boy and to be prepared to defend myself at all times."
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When I was a child, my father taught me to put up my fists like a boy and to be prepared to defend myself at all times. — Camille Paglia

About Camille Paglia

Camille Paglia was a Author from United States (1947–present).

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This quote is attributed to Camille Paglia, a Author from United States.
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Camille Paglia lived from 1947 – present.
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