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Quote by Larry McMurtry

“It's a fine world, though rich in hardships at times.”

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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

“I looked at Bria. “How do you put up with him?” Bria started to open her mouth, but Finn piped up instead. “She puts up with me because I happen to be rich, handsome, charming, a witty conversationalist, and exceptionally talented in bed,” he smirked. “Flexible too.” I groaned. “I did not need to hear those last two.”

Needs Two Happens Lasts Rich Bed Mouths Witty Charming Handsome Flexible

Author:Jennifer Estep

“The circle of an empty day is brutal and at night it tightens around your neck like a noose”

Night Empty Circles Necks Brutal Nooses

Book:The Days of Abandonment

Source: The Days of Abandonment

“Leave him! I said. I never mean to. I am going with him, if he climbs to the Moon; and if any of these Black Riders try to stop him, they'll have Sam Gamgee to reckon with, I said. They laughed.”

Ifs Trying Mean Said Black Moon Climbs Laughed Riders Sam Gamgee

Book:The Lord of the Rings: One Volume

Source: The Lord of the Rings: One Volume

“A plate of apples, an open fire, and a jolly good book are a fair substitute for heaven.”