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Quote by Tracy Letts

“My last refuge, my books: simple pleasures, like finding wild onions by the side of a road, or requited love.”

Work

This collection of plays explores the complexities of family dynamics and the impact of personal tragedy on a close-knit group of individuals. The characters are portrayed in a raw and emotional manner, delving into themes of addiction, abuse, and the search for identity. more

Author

Tracy Letts

Tracy Letts, born on July 4, 1965, is an accomplished American playwright known for his realistic style and profound character development. His works, including 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' and 'The Chicago 7,' have garnered widespread acclaim and have had a significant impact on contemporary theater. more

“The little boy leaned against his father's chest and slowly nodded. "Yes," he said. "I heard all of the names, but I don't remember the other two… just the man who hurt Gillian." "That's the name I most want," Brodick said softly. "Who is he, Alec?" "Alec, please," Gillian began. "Tell me, Alec. Who is he?" "Baron," Alec whispered. "His name is Baron.”

Men Want Littles Said Two Remember Father Names Hurt Boys Heard Please Chests Little Boys

Book:Ransom

Source: Ransom

“Good books make you ask questions. Bad readers want everything answered.”

Want Book Asks Reader Good Book

Author:Scott Westerfeld

“She was afraid to suggest to him that to most people, nothing "happens." That most people merely live from day to day until they die. That, after he had been dead a year, doubtless fewer than five people would think of him oftener than once a year. That there might even come a year when no one on earth would think of him at all.”

People Thinking Years Might Happens Earth Dies Five Fewer Day To Day

Author:Gwendolyn Brooks

“I realise people exist who don't read. But it's like I knew there were people who didn't breathe or eat: I can't imagine a life like that.”

People I Can Imagine Breathe Realising