“Proportion is all; and, in sports at school, I lost it by surrendering to the awful significance of my self-consciousness. Shyness has a strange element of narcissism, a belief that how we look, how we perform, is truly important to other people.”
Quote by Andre Dubus
Work
Broken Vessels: Essays
This book is a compilation of reflective and thought-provoking essays that delve into a range of topics, offering readers a diverse and insightful look into the author's perspectives. more
Author
Andre Dubus
Andre Dubus is an American novelist known for his profound emotional portrayal and realistic style. His works often focus on the inner world of ordinary people and their interpersonal relationships, particularly skilled at depicting conflicts and resolutions within families and intimate relationships. more
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