“Ideally, what should be said to every child, repeatedly, throughout his or her school life is something like this: "You are in the process of being indoctrinated. We have not yet evolved a system of education that is not a system of indoctrination. We are sorry, but it is the best we can do."”
The Golden Notebook is a seminal work of modern literature, weaving together the personal and political narratives of a woman writer as she grapples with her own identity and the tumultuous events of the 20th century. more
Doris Lessing was a British novelist known for her profound psychological insights and critical exploration of social and political issues. Her works covered a wide range of themes from personal experiences to global concerns, including colonialism, gender roles, and women's liberation. Lessing's writing style is unique and vivid, and she has had a significant impact on postcolonial and feminist literature. more
“I do always have a wall up. But I feel by doing it, I keep myself safe.”
“Once upon a time the world was round, and you could go on it around and around.”
“I would rather have written Fables in Slang than be President.”