“The Count himself was ready to die, and he would be glad to die here alone, without pretence and mockery, with no troop of expectant relatives about his bed. The world was not what he had thought it at twenty-- or even at forty.”
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American author known for her depictions of the American Midwest. Cather's works often feature female protagonists, showcasing their resilience and growth in challenging environments. Her notable works include 'My Ántonia' and 'O Pioneers!' more
“Everything that flowers, dies too, but in its dying provides seed of a new beginning.”
“She always said she'd prefer to die on her way to the moon than under a runaway bus.”
“Do I have anything to lose? This life will be gone one day to the Creator who gave it.”
“Let the morning keep what belongs to the morning,”