“Surely it's better to live in the country, to live on a prairie by a drawing of rivers, in Iowa or Illinois or Indiana, say, than in any city, in any stinking fog of human beings, in any blooming orchard of machines. It ought to be.”
Quote by William H. Gass
Work
In the Heart of the Heart of the Country & Other Stories
This book is a compilation of short narratives that delve into the complexities of human identity and the significance of place in shaping individual experiences. more
Author
William H. Gass
William H. Gass, born on July 30, 1924, is an accomplished American novelist. His works are renowned for their unique style and profound philosophical insights, making him a significant figure in 20th-century American literature. more
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