“I've seen a lot of patriots and they all died just like anybody else if it hurt bad enough and once they were dead their patriotism was only good for legends; it was bad for their prose and made them write bad poetry. If you are going to be a great patriot i.e. loyal to any existing order of government (not one who wishes to destroy the existing for something better) you want to be killed early if your life and works won't stink.”
Quote by Ernest Hemingway
Work
Ernest Hemingway Selected Letters 1917-1961
This volume presents a selection of letters written by Ernest Hemingway from 1917 to 1961, offering insights into his personal life, literary career, and thoughts on various subjects. more
Author
Ernest Hemingway
American author known for his concise and forceful writing style, as well as his profound insights into life. Hemingway's works cover a wide range of themes including war, adventure, and love, with notable titles such as 'The Old Man and the Sea' and 'A Farewell to Arms'. more
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