“I feel that whatever virtues the novel may have are very much connected with the limitations you mention. I am not writing a conventional novel, and I think that the quality of the novel I write will derive precisely from the peculiarity or aloneness, if you will, of the experience I write from.”
Quote by Flannery O'Connor
Work
The Habit of Being: Letters of Flannery O'Connor
This book is a compilation of correspondence from Flannery O'Connor, showcasing her personal experiences, reflections on her writing, and her deep engagement with the Catholic faith. more
Author
Flannery O'Connor
Flannery O'Connor was an American writer known for her unique Southern background and profound religious themes. Her works often explore moral and religious issues through satire and humor, with her novels 'Wise Blood' and 'The Violent Bear It Away' being among her most famous. more
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