“Comely was the town by the curving river that they dismantled in a year's time. Beautiful was Colleton in her last spring as she flung azaleas like a girl throwing rice at a desperate wedding. In dazzling profusion, Colleton ripened in a gauze of sweet gardens and the town ached beneath a canopy of promissory fragrance.”
Quote by Pat Conroy
Work
The Great Santini, The Lords of Discipline, and The Prince of Tides: Three Classic Novels in One Collection
The Great Santini is a novel that delves into the complex relationship between a father and his sons. The Lords of Discipline explores themes of honor and tradition in a military setting. The Prince of Tides is a poignant story about family, love, and the search for identity. more
Author
Pat Conroy
Pat Conroy was a renowned American author, born on October 26, 1945, and passed away on March 4, 2016. His works are known for their deep character portrayals and vivid Southern backgrounds, with notable titles including 'The Water Is Wide' and 'The Great Santini'. more
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