“But no value has been put on human life; it is given to us free and taken without being paid for. What is it worth? If you look around, at times the value may seem to be little or nothing at all. Often after you have sweated and tried and things are not better for you, there comes a feeling deep down in the soul that you are not worth much.”
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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