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Quote by Cormac McCarthy

“People complain about the bad things that happen to em that they don't deserve but they seldom mention the good. About what they done to deserve them things.”

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Cormac McCarthy

American novelist known for his profound literary style and rich imagination. His notable works include 'The Border Trilogy' and 'No Country for Old Men'. more

“Oh, God said to Abraham, "Kill me a son" Abe said, "Man, you must be puttin' me on" God said, "No" Abe say, "What?" God say, "You can do what you want, Abe, but The next time you see me comin', you better run" Well, Abe said, "Where d'you want this killin' done?" God said, "Out on Highway 61".”

Men Want Said Done Running Next Can Do Son Killing What You Want Next Time Highways Kill Me Abraham Abe

Author:Bob Dylan

“The organ of perception acts more readily than judgment.”

Judgment Perception Organs

Author:Leonardo da Vinci

“Oh, most unhappy man,' he cried, 'try to be happy! You have red hair like your sister.' My red hair, like red flames, shall burn up the world,' said Gregory.”

Men World Trying Said Hair Red Unhappy Flames Cried Red Hair Trying To Be Happy

Book:The Essential Gilbert K. Chesterton

Source: The Essential Gilbert K. Chesterton

“It's not about knowing who you are. It's about thinkin you got there without takin anything with you. Your notions about startin over. or anybody's. You dont start over. That's what it's about. Every step you take is forever. You can't make it go away. None of it.”

Steps Forever Knowing Who You Are Notion Going Away Starting Over Every Step Knowing Who You Are Every Step You Take