“We are nearly all composed of such a complex mixture of human qualities that in each one of us reside both masculine and feminine principles: what man is without any female attribute and what woman never demonstrates any masculine characteristics?”
Quote by Natalie Clifford Barney
Work
A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
This compilation showcases the literary achievements of Natalie Clifford Barney, highlighting her unique voice and significant contributions to American literature. more
Author
Natalie Clifford Barney
Natalie Clifford Barney was an American playwright recognized for her significant contributions to American theater. Born on October 31, 1876, she was a prominent figure in the literary and artistic circles of the early 20th century. Barney's plays frequently delved into themes of gender, identity, and societal norms, and she is celebrated for her pioneering plays and her mentorship of numerous young playwrights. more
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“Hero worship has died with heroes, and if someone bows down today, it is to pick up something.”
Source: Adventures of the Mind: The Memoirs of Natalie Clifford Barney
“I'm fond of human beings, but only one at a time.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“I am not a bibliophile but a humanophile: I look for rare human beings.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“Being other than normal is a perilous advantage.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“A thought falls like a ripe fruit from the tree of idleness.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
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“Being bilingual is like having a wife and a mistress. One can never be sure of either.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“if I had one ambition it was to make my life itself into a poem.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney