“It is what writers do, imagine and feel the pain of others, sometimes at the expense of feeling their own. Here, then, in these pages is mine, the fear of death, of loss, of unexpressed love. Here is the truth told in a story. And in the telling of it perhaps I have found some way to have courage, to believe.”
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Niall Williams, born in 1958, is a British author known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into history and culture. His works span various genres, including novels, poetry, and prose. more
“If you want to experience open doors, you must dare to do what’s never been done before.”
“Acceptance of ignorance (of reality) is the true knowledge path.”
“…she simply accepted it for what it was — a normal, average, everyday kind of miracle.”
“To say that, “I will not agree (will not accept)” is great egoism!”
“To wisdom there is no end, only acceptance of its limitless range.”
“Whatever you don't completely reject outright is taken as acceptance by reality.”