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Quote by Jean Rhys

“She had left me thirsty and all my life would be thirst and longing for what I had lost before I found it.”

Work

Wide Sargasso Sea is a novel that provides insight into the life of Antoinette Cosway, a character from Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. The story is set in the Caribbean and delves into the complex social and personal issues faced by Antoinette, offering a critical perspective on colonialism and the impact it had on her life. more

Author

Jean Rhys

Jean Rhys, a British novelist born on August 24, 1890, in the Dominican Republic, and died on May 14, 1979. Her works are known for their profound psychological descriptions and exploration of the female condition, with notable titles such as 'Wide Sargasso Sea'. more

“If she says goodbye perhaps adieu. Adieu - like those old time songs she sang. Always adieu (and all songs say it). If she too says it, or weeps, I'll take her in my arms, my lunatic. She's mad but mine, mine. What will I care for gods or devils or for Fate itself. If she smiles or weeps or both. For me.”

Ifs Care Song Fate Mines Arms Devil Mad Goodbye I Care Saying Goodbye Lunatic Old Time Adieu

Book:Wide Sargasso Sea

Source: Wide Sargasso Sea

“Whoever is not in his coffin and the dark grave, let him know he has enough.”

Knows Enough Dark Graves Contentment Coffins

Book:Leaves of Grass

Source: Leaves of Grass

“The sun will shine in my back door one day.”

Sun Doors One Day Shining Back Doors

Author:Jerry Garcia

“What can I do to help thee?" he asked. "Believe there is a tomorrow.”