“In youth the life of reason is not in itself sufficient; afterwards the life of emotion, except for short periods, becomes unbearable.”
Quote by Cyril Connolly
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Cyril Connolly
Cyril Connolly was a prominent British literary critic and writer, known for his profound insights into modern literature and culture. His works include literary criticism, novels, and essays, with his most famous works being 'The Enemies' and 'The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft'. Connolly's writing style was unique, characterized by satire and wit. more
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