“And that was all the part of it - the way you were obliged to live. You stifled a groan, you lied about your love, you deceived your legal wife, and all in the name of honour. That was the damned paradox of it - in order to behave well, you have to behave badly.”
Arthur & George is a fictional narrative that explores the complex relationship between the protagonist, an English solicitor named Arthur Conan Doyle, and George Edalji, a real-life Indian railway clerk who was falsely accused of a series of horse-related crimes. The story delves into themes of justice, colonialism, and the human condition. more
Julian Barnes, born on January 19, 1946, is a distinguished British writer. His works span across various genres including novels, essays, and criticism, known for their unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. more
“I like living in one room and have never known what people do with the room they are not in.”
“If I could put my brain in her body, the world would be mine for the taking.”
“I wondered if the life that was right for one was ever right for two!”
“Perhaps it takes courage to raise children.”