“You know one of the causes of modern despair is the fact that we have had proposed to us, from various quarters, an impossible perfection.”
Quote by Morris West
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Morris West
Morris West, born on April 26, 1916, was an Australian novelist renowned for his profound character development and imaginative storytelling. His works, which often delve into historical, religious, and social issues, have won him a wide readership. more
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