“You achieve stature only by being good enough to deserve it, by forcing even the contemptuous and indifferent to pay attention, and to acknowledge that human relations and human emotions are of inexhaustible interest wherever they occur.”
Quote by Wallace Stegner
Work
Where the bluebird sings to the lemonade springs: living and writing in the West
The book offers a blend of personal anecdotes and reflections on the author's experiences living and writing in the Western United States. more
Author
Wallace Stegner
Wallace Stegner was an influential American historian known for his extensive research on the history of the American West. His works not only documented the pioneering journey of the American West but also profoundly reflected the relationship between humans and nature. Stegner's writing style was unique and his language beautiful, which won him great popularity among readers. more
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