“A letter is a barrier, a reprieve, a charm against the world, an almost infallible method of acting at a distance.”
Book:The Black Prince
Quote by Iris Murdoch
Work
The Black Prince
The book follows the life and adventures of a young prince during the 14th century. more
Author
Iris Murdoch
Iris Murdoch was an Irish-Canadian philosopher and author, born on July 15, 1919, in Dublin, Ireland, and passed away on February 8, 1999. She is celebrated for her philosophical novels that intertwine moral and ethical dilemmas with complex narratives. Murdoch's work has left a lasting impact on the literary world, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century. more
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