“Self-pity is essentially humorless, devoid of that lightness of touch which gives understanding of life.”
Quote by Anthony Powell
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Anthony Powell
Anthony Powell was an English novelist renowned for his twelve-volume series 'A Dance to the Music of Time', which offers a profound insight into British society and culture during the 20th century. more
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