“I'm glad I've been wrong enough to keep in practice. . . You can't avoid it, you've got to learn to handle it. If you only come face to face with your own mistakes once or twice in your life it's bound to be extra painful. I face mine every day--that way they ain't usually much worse than a dry shave.”
Quote by Larry McMurtry
Work
Lonesome Dove: A Novel
Lonesome Dove is a sweeping tale of friendship, loss, and survival in the American West. The story revolves around two ex-Rangers, Woodrow Call and Augustus McCrae, who embark on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana. The novel delves into themes of loyalty, the harsh realities of frontier life, and the enduring bonds of companionship. more
Author
Larry McMurtry
American novelist known for his profound portrayal of life in the American Southwest. His works, including 'Lolita' and 'The Lonesome Dove', have won numerous Pulitzer Prizes. more
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