“But the hearts of small children are delicate organs. A cruel beginning in this world can twist them into curious shapes. The heart of a hurt child can shrink so that forever afterward it is hard and pitted as the seed of a peach. Or again, the heart of such a child may fester and swell until it is a misery to carry within the body, easily chafed and hurt by the most ordinary things.”
Quote by Carson McCullers
Work
The Ballad of the Sad Cafe
This novel delves into the lives of its characters, highlighting their struggles with isolation and the complexities of human relationships more
Author
Carson McCullers
Carson McCullers was an American author known for her unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. Her works, often set in the American South, explored themes such as loneliness, love, and identity. more
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