“The difference between farce and humour in literature is, I suppose, that farce strums louder and louder on one string, while humour varies its note, changes its key, grows and spreads and deepens until it may indeed reach tragic depths.”
In this compilation, the author shares their personal experiences and insights into the world of books, exploring the profound influence literature has had on their life and the lives of others. The essays delve into the pleasure of reading, the connection between books and personal growth, and the enduring value of the written word. more
V. S. Pritchett was a British writer renowned for his short stories, novels, and literary criticism. Born on December 16, 1900, in London, he spent much of his life in the United States before returning to England in his later years. Pritchett's work frequently delved into the intricacies of human relationships and the social and political shifts of the 20th century. more
“I don't want to work. I want to smoke.”
“The happiest is he who suffers least; the most miserable is he who enjoys least.”
“There is a period in life when we go backwards as we advance.”