“Altruism is selfishness out with a pair of field glasses and imagination.”
Book:House of All Nations
Quote by Christina Stead
Work
House of All Nations
This book is a fictional narrative that delves into the political landscape of a European nation, focusing on the complexities of international diplomacy and the inner workings of a government amidst global tensions. more
Author
Christina Stead
Christina Stead, born on July 17, 1902, and died on March 31, 1983, was an accomplished novelist from Australia. Her works are renowned for their profound social insight and unique narrative style, primarily focusing on the daily life of Australia and the United States in the mid-20th century. more
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