“He couldn't tell that this was one of those occasions a man never forgets: a small cicatrice had been made on the memory, a wound that would ache whenever certain things combined - the taste of gin at mid-day, the smell of flowers under a balcony, the clang of corrugated iron, an ugly bird flopping from perch to perch.”
Quote by Graham Greene
Work
Conversations with Graham Greene
Conversations with Graham Greene is a compilation of interviews conducted with the acclaimed British author. The book delves into Greene's thoughts on his novels, including their themes and characters, as well as his experiences as a writer. It also explores his personal life, his travels, and the social and political contexts of his work. more
Author
Graham Greene
Graham Greene was a renowned British writer born on October 2, 1904. His works are characterized by deep insight and unique narrative techniques, and he is hailed as one of the greatest novelists of the 20th century. Greene's writing spans a variety of themes, including spy novels, religious novels, and noir novels. more
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