“Ireland is not at all a simple place, and in many ways it is spare and sad. It has no wealth, no power, no stability, no influence, no fashion, no size. Its only real arts are song and drama and poem. But Limerick alone has two thousand ruined castles and surely that many practicing poets.”
This book delves into the unique viewpoints and narratives presented by women in various literary and artistic works, offering a comprehensive analysis of the feminine perspective. more
Shana Alexander was an American journalist celebrated for her wit and elegance. She began her career as a copywriter and quickly rose to prominence as a feature writer for magazines such as 'The New Yorker' and 'Harper's Bazaar'. Alexander was also a playwright and author, with her work often reflecting her keen observations of society and human nature. more
“A handwritten, personal letter has become a genuine modern-day luxury, like a child's pony ride.”
“Good drama should sandpaper the mind.”
“Tourists moved over the piazza like drugged insects on a painted plate.”