“Seeing an Earl as an owl on a mantelpiece, and having part of one's face removed by a cat, both on the same morning, can temporarily undermine the self-control of any man.”
Book:Titus Groan
Quote by Mervyn Peake
Work
Titus Groan
Written by Mervyn Peake, this book is the first in the Gormenghast series. It follows the young Titus Groan as he navigates the complex and mysterious world of his ancestral home, Gormenghast Castle, and the intricate web of relationships within its walls. more
Author
Mervyn Peake
Mervyn Peake was a British writer renowned for his imaginative and distinctive works. He is most celebrated for his Gormenghast series, a blend of fantasy, satire, and horror that has become a cornerstone of modern fantasy literature. Peake's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions and complex characters. more
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