“I doubt if we nuns are really as self-sacrificing as we must seem to be to you who live in the world. We don't give everything for nothing, you know. The mystery plays fair.”
Book:Green Dolphin Street
Quote by Elizabeth Goudge
Work
Green Dolphin Street
This novel is a romantic adventure set in the 1930s, focusing on the lives of two young people who embark on a journey along the French Riviera. The story delves into themes of love, passion, and the pursuit of dreams amidst the backdrop of a picturesque coastal landscape. more
Author
Elizabeth Goudge
Elizabeth Goudge was a British author born on April 24, 1900, in Kent, England, and passed away on April 1, 1984. Known for her delicate emotions and rich imagination, her works mainly include historical novels and fantasy novels. Goudge's writing often explores themes of humanity, faith, and morality, which have won her a wide audience. more
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