“You may well ask why I write. And yet my reasons are quite many. For it is not unusual in human beings who have witnessed the sack of a city or the falling to pieces of a people to set down what they have witnessed for the benefit of unknown heirs or of generations infinitely remote; or, if you please, just to get the sight out of their heads.”
Quote by Ford Madox Ford
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The Bodley Head Ford Madox Ford: The good soldier. Selected memories. Poems
This volume brings together a selection of Ford Madox Ford's writings, including notable excerpts from his novel 'The Good Soldier', which is known for its complex narrative structure and psychological depth. It also includes a curated selection of his personal memories and a collection of poems, showcasing the author's versatility as a writer. more
Author
Ford Madox Ford
Ford Madox Ford was an influential British novelist known for his contributions to modernist literature. His works are characterized by complex narrative structures and profound psychological descriptions. Born on December 17, 1873, he passed away on June 26, 1939. more
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