“Every day that we allow ourselves to take things for granted, every day that we allow some little physical infirmity or worldly worry to come between us and our obstinate, indignant, defiant exultation, we are weakening our genius for life.”
Quote by John Cowper Powys
Author
John Cowper Powys
John Cowper Powys was an English novelist known for his profound psychological insights and exploration of human nature. His works are characterized by complex plots and rich symbolism, covering a wide range of themes from history to philosophy. more
You May Also Like
“The love that interferes and knows not how to leave alone is a love alien to Nature's ways.”
“To a real child anything will serve as a toy.”
Source: Autobiography
Source: Enjoyment of Literature
“A poet is the translator of the silent language of nature to the world.”
Source: Two expeditions into the interior of Southern Australia: during the years 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831 with observations on ... New South Wales
Source: Two expeditions into the interior of Southern Australia: during the years 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831 with observations on ... New South Wales
“On the subject of emigration, it is not my intention to dwell at any length.”
Source: Two expeditions into the interior of southern Australia during ... 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831: with observations on New South Wales
Source: Two expeditions into the interior of Southern Australia: during the years 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831 with observations on ... New South Wales