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Stephen Crane was a prominent American author of the late 19th century, known for his realistic style and profound portrayals of war and poverty. His most famous work, 'The Red Badge of Courage,' is considered one of the greatest war novels in American literary history.

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Famous Stephen Crane Quotes

“Every sin is the result of a colaboration”

Life Reality True

Book:The Blue Hotel and Other Stories

Source: The Blue Hotel and Other Stories

“It is perhaps, plausible that a man in this situation, impressed with the unconcern of the universe, should see the innumerable flaws of his life and have them taste wickedly in his mind and wish for another chance.”

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Book:Open Boat

Source: Open Boat

“If I am going to be drowned—if I am going to be drowned—if I am going to be drowned, why, in the name of the seven mad gods who rule the sea, was I allowed to come thus far and contemplate sand and trees?”

Life Purpose Spirituality Meaning

Book:The Open Boat and Other Stories

Source: The Open Boat and Other Stories

“A singular disadvantage of the sea lies in the fact that after successfully surmounting one wave you discover that there is another behind it just as important and just as nervously anxious to do something effective in the way of swamping boats.”

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Book:Open Boat

Source: Open Boat

About the Author

Born: November 1, 1871
Died: June 5, 1900
Known for: Author
Quotes: 76

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War Is Kind and Other PoemsRelated source material

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