“You should not want to know the things in people's minds. If you were meant to hear them, they would be said.”
Book:Parents and children
Quote by Ivy Compton-Burnett
Work
Parents and children
This book delves into the dynamics of parenting and childhood, offering insights into the emotional, social, and psychological aspects of family life. more
Author
Ivy Compton-Burnett
Ivy Compton-Burnett was a British novelist born on June 5, 1884, in London, and died on August 27, 1969. Known for her distinctive dramatic dialogue and complex portrayals of family relationships, she is considered an important figure in 20th-century British literature. more
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