“I seem to be the only person in the world who doesn't mind being pitied. If you love me, pity me. The human state is pitiable: born to die, capable of so much, accomplishing so little; killing instead of creating, destroying instead of building, hating instead of loving. Pitiful, pitiful.”
Quote by Jessamyn West
Work
Hide and Seek: A Continuing Journey
This book is a part of a series that delves into the adventures of a protagonist navigating through complex and evolving challenges, each chapter offering new insights and twists in the story. more
Author
Jessamyn West
Jessamyn West was an American writer born on July 18, 1902, and died on February 23, 1984. Known for her profound portrayal of rural life in the American Southwest, West's works are characterized by humor and satirical insights into character and social change. more
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