“If you don't hunt it down and kill it, it will hunt you down and kill you.”
Book:Wise Blood
Quote by Flannery O'Connor
Work
Wise Blood
Flannery O'Connor's Wise Blood is a darkly comic and deeply philosophical novel that delves into the life of Hazel Motes, a young man who rejects his religious upbringing and seeks meaning in a world devoid of faith. The story is set in the rural South and is characterized by its distinctive voice and rich prose, offering a poignant and unsettling exploration of human nature. more
Author
Flannery O'Connor
Flannery O'Connor was an American writer known for her unique Southern background and profound religious themes. Her works often explore moral and religious issues through satire and humor, with her novels 'Wise Blood' and 'The Violent Bear It Away' being among her most famous. more
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