“And so, at the age of thirty, I had successively disgraced myself with three fine institutions, each of which had made me free of its full and rich resources, had trained me with skill and patience, and had shown me nothing but forbearance and charity when I failed in trust.”
Quote by Simon Raven
Work
The Decline of the Gentleman
This book delves into the transformation of traditional gentlemanly virtues in the face of rapid societal changes, examining the complexities of class, morality, and personal identity. more
Author
Simon Raven
Simon Raven was a British novelist renowned for his satirical and witty writing. Born on December 28, 1927, he spent much of his career writing novels that often critiqued the British upper class. Raven's work is characterized by its sharp social commentary and complex characters. He passed away on May 12, 2001. more