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“We were born of risen apes, not fallen angels, and the apes were armed killers besides. And so what shall we wonder at? Our murders and massacres and missiles, and our irreconcilable regiments?”

Book:AFRICAN GENISIS

Work

AFRICAN GENISIS

This book delves into the rich tapestry of Africa's past, examining its origins, cultural evolution, and historical significance. more

Author

Robert Ardrey

Robert Ardrey, born on October 16, 1908 and died on January 14, 1980, was a renowned playwright of the 20th century. Known for his profound social insight and unique dramatic style, his works have left a lasting impact on the theater world. more

“There are so many who know more than I do, who understand the world better than I do. I would be truly learned, a great scholar, if only I could retain everything I've learned from those I have known. But then would I still be me? And isn't all that only words? Words grow old, too; they change their meaning and their usage. They get sick just as we do; they die of their wounds and then they are relegated to the dust of dictionaries. And where am I in all this?”

Ifs Knows World Stills Would Be Dies Grows Known Sick Wounds Dust I've Learned Scholar Dictionary Usage

Book:The Time of the Uprooted: A Novel

Source: The Time of the Uprooted: A Novel

“Translating from one language to another, unless it is from Greek and Latin, the queens of all languages, is like looking at Flemish tapestries from the wrong side, for although the figures are visible, they are covered by threads that obscure them, and cannot be seen with the smoothness and color of the right side.”

Language Sides Figures Color Queens Greek Visible Latin Covered Thread Translate Obscure Tapestry

Author:Miguel de Cervantes

“Certificates from top US universities adorned the walls like tiger head in a hunter’s home.”

Home Wall University Tigers Hunters Certificates

Author:Chetan Bhagat

“She had perfect features, with her eye, nose, lips, and ears the right size and in right places. That is all it takes to make people beautiful, normal body parts – yet why does nature mess it up so many times?”

People Doe Body Eye Beautiful Perfect Normal Ears Lips Size Mess Noses Features Her Eyes Right Place