“Truth is the ricochet of a prejudice bouncing off a fact.”
Quote by Christopher Morley
Work
Mince Pie: Adventures on the Sunny Side of Grub Street
Drawing its title from a traditional festive dish, this book is a compilation of light-hearted essays and observations centered around the literary world. The phrase Grub Street historically denotes the realm of hack writers and literary struggles, but the author deliberately focuses on the brighter, more joyful side of the writing profession. Through a series of witty anecdotes, musings on the pleasures of reading, and reflections on the bohemian lifestyle, the work celebrates the enduring charm of books and the creative spirit. It serves as an affectionate and humorous tribute to the everyday adventures of authors and bibliophiles. more
Author
Christopher Morley
Christopher Morley was an American journalist and writer, born on May 5, 1890, in Pennsylvania, and died on March 28, 1957. Known for his humorous and witty writing style, Morley is considered an important figure in American literature of the 20th century. more
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