Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by John Cowper Powys

Quote by John Cowper Powys

Work

A Glastonbury Romance

Browse quotes and source details for this work. more

Author

John Cowper Powys
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

“Life is unfair; it gives more thorns than roses, more tears than laughter, more failures than successes. Life is really unfair - it dashes hopes, shatters dreams and frustrates endeavours. But life is fair in this and in this only: it handsomely rewards those who enthusiastically love it - thorns, tears, failures and all. I have yet to meet a successful person who does not love life in all its ramifications.”

“It's another one of those moments where you remember why it is that you're doing this voyage in the first place. And another realization occurs - there's a very real possibility that someone from each of these places has stood in front of this very sign. You brush away a few more tears, as you stare into a beautiful setting sun. And then you do further research on this very sign and realize that the dedication took place not even three years ago and that it is then likely that only a few of these cities have stood in front of this very sign...”