“New York's the place where you can have a private life. You can do anything, be anything you please. New Yorkers mind their own business. Police cars, ambulances, fire engines - nobody even turns around for them. We go to the movies for excitement.”
In this gripping mystery novel, the protagonist embarks on a personal investigation during a period of time off from their job. The story unfolds as they delve into the complexities of a seemingly unrelated murder, leading to unexpected twists and turns. more
Zelda Popkin was an accomplished American author, born on July 5, 1898, and passed away on May 25, 1983. Her works are renowned for their profound insight into human nature and social issues. more
“pity runs its course. An hour comes when no hand but your own can build your future.”
“Inspiration is just one requirement for being a writer. Another is keeping regular working hours.”
“I am very strong & robust & not of the delicate sex nor of the fair but of the deficent in look.”
“I like to here my own sex praised but not the other.”
“There is no sight so ugly as the human face in anger.”
“It won't do you a bit of good to know everything if you don't do anything with it.”
“Good manners are very important, particularly in the morning.”