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Llewelyn Powys

Llewelyn Powys Books

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Llewelyn Powys was a Welsh novelist known for his philosophical and introspective works. His writing often explored themes of isolation, human nature, and the search for meaning. Born on August 13, 1884, Powys spent much of his life traveling and writing, influencing his works with his diverse experiences. He passed away on December 2, 1939.

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“The more we study mind and matter scientifically the more we see that all things follow a natural sequence, a sequence as liable to work for our disadvantage as for our advantage. It flows like the water of a river, it falls like rain, it is as impartial as the sea. It is as innocent of malice as it is of compassion.”

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“The world is in need of less religion and more common sense.”

World Needs Common Common Sense

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“A wise man can do no better than to turn from the churches and look up through the airy majesty of the wayside trees with exultation, with resignation, at the unconquerable uncomplicated sun.”

Men Looks Turns Can Do Nature Church Sun Wise Tree Look Up Majesty Resignation Airy Unconquerable Uncomplicated

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“No sight is more provocative of awe than is the night sky.”

Night Universe Environment Sky Sight Awe Provocative Night Sky Star Gazing Good Night Best Night

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“Without doubt half the ethical rules they din into our ears are designed to keep us at work.”

Half Doubt Morality Ears Ethical

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About the Author

Born: August 13, 1884
Died: December 2, 1939
Known for: Novelist
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