“Conscience represents a fetich to which good people sacrifice their own happiness, bad people their neighbors'.”
Book:The Descendant
Quote by Ellen Glasgow
Work
The Descendant
The Descendant is a narrative that delves into the complexities of familial heritage and the impact of ancestral legacies on the lives of its characters. more
Author
Ellen Glasgow
Ellen Glasgow, an American novelist, was born on April 22, 1873, and died on November 21, 1945. Her works are known for their profound psychological insights and critical portrayal of the Southern society. more
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