"Nothing hurts more than good words from a friend; nothing pleases more than bad words from an enemy."
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About Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander McCall Smith is a renowned Scottish writer best known for his No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. Born in 1948 in Zimbabwe, he spent his early years in Africa, which greatly influenced his writing style. McCall Smith's works often feature a blend of wit, wisdom, and insight into human nature, making them beloved by readers worldwide. Besides his fiction writing, he is also an expert in medical law and ethics, having served as a professor at the University of Edinburgh.
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