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Elizabeth Goudge was a British author born on April 24, 1900, in Kent, England, and passed away on April 1, 1984. Known for her delicate emotions and rich imagination, her works mainly include historical novels and fantasy novels. Goudge's writing often explores themes of humanity, faith, and morality, which have won her a wide audience.

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“to know perfect happiness a woman may be a mother, but must be a grandmother.”

Knows May Mother Perfect Grandmother Grandparent Perfect Happiness

Book:Pilgrim's Inn

Source: Pilgrim's Inn

“She long ago accepted the fact that happiness is like, swallows in spring. It may come and nest under your eaves or it may not. You cannot command it.”

May Long Soul Facts Spring Accepted Command Your Soul Easter Nests Midwinter

Author:Elizabeth Goudge

“The sun is still there... even if clouds drift over it. Once you have experienced the reality of sunshine you may weep, but you will never feel ice about your heart again.”

Ifs Inspirational Feels Heart May Stills Reality Sun Clouds Ice Sunshine Over It

Book:The White Witch

Source: The White Witch

“Nothing is ever finished and done with in this world. You may think a seed was finished and done with when it falls like a dead thing into the earth; but when it puts forth leaves and flowers next spring you see your mistake.”

Thinking World May Done Earth Fall Next Mistake This World Flower Spring Finished Seeds Leaves And Flowers

Author:Elizabeth Goudge

About the Author

Born: April 24, 1900
Died: April 1, 1984
Known for: Author
Quotes: 112

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