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Quote by Charles de Lint

“The stronger a woman gets, the more insecure the men in her life feel. It doesn’t work that way for a woman. We celebrate strength--in our partners as well as in ourselves.”

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Charles de Lint

Charles de Lint, born on December 22, 1951, is a renowned Canadian writer known for his fantasy literature and folk tales. His works span various forms, including short stories, novels, and poetry, and have been translated into multiple languages. De Lint's writing style is unique, characterized by rich imagination and deep understanding of folk tales. more

“I finally figured out that I’m solitary by nature, but at the same time I know so many people; so many people think they own a piece of me. They shift and move under my skin, like a parade of memories that simply won’t go away. It doesn’t matter where I am, or how alone--I always have such a crowded head.”

People Thinking Knows Matter Moving Memories Pieces Skins Going Away Solitary Crowded Parades

Author:Charles de Lint

“What I’ve loved most after you, is myself: that is, my dignity and that strength which made me superior to other men. That Strength was my life. You’ve broken it with a word, so I must die.”

Men Made Dies Broken Dignity Superiors

Book:The Count of Monte Cristo

Source: The Count of Monte Cristo

“...know you not that you are my sun by day, and my star by night? By my faith! I was in deepest darkness till you appeared and illuminated all.”

Knows Night Stars Darkness Sun

Author:Alexandre Dumas

“Women are never so strong as after their defeat.”

Strong Women Strength Defeat Defeated Strong Women Being Strong Women Strength