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Marie de Lespinasse

A historical French salonnière mentioned in passing.

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Also known as Marie, this Marie de Lespinasse

First appearance: xxv l onie curtsies to the polite world

Marie de Lespinasse first appears in 0026 xxv l onie curtsies to the polite world.

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