“Like the bee its sting, the promiscuous leave behind them in each encounter something of themselves by which they are made to suffer.”
Quote by Cyril Connolly
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Cyril Connolly
Cyril Connolly was a prominent British literary critic and writer, known for his profound insights into modern literature and culture. His works include literary criticism, novels, and essays, with his most famous works being 'The Enemies' and 'The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft'. Connolly's writing style was unique, characterized by satire and wit. more
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