“We are minor in everything but our passions.”
Quote by Elizabeth Bowen
Work
The Death Of The Heart
This novel delves into the emotional turmoil and personal struggles of its characters, examining the intricacies of love and the pain of heartache. more
Author
Elizabeth Bowen
Elizabeth Bowen was an Irish-born British novelist known for her intricate psychological portrayals and profound insights into British society from the late Victorian era to the mid-20th century. Her works often focus on female characters, exploring themes of family, love, class, and identity. more
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Source: The Death Of The Heart
“Autumn arrives in early morning, but spring at the close of a winter day.”
“Ireland is a great country to die or be married in.”
Source: Bowen's Court
“Art is one thing that can go on mattering once it has stopped hurting.”
Source: The House In Paris
“Fantasy is toxic: the private cruelty and the world war both have their start in the heated brain.”
Source: Bowen's Court & Seven Winters
“I do reinvent old hits of mine and sort of give them a new life.”
“If a theme or idea is too near the surface, the novel becomes simply a tract illustrating an idea.”