“I began to ration my writing, for fear I would dream through life as my father had done. I was afraid I had inherited a poisoned gene from him, a vocation without a gift.”
Book:Varieties of Exile
Quote by Mavis Gallant
Work
Varieties of Exile
This book delves into the multifaceted nature of exile, examining the psychological, social, and cultural impacts on individuals who have been forced to leave their homes. more
Author
Mavis Gallant
Mavis Gallant, born on August 11, 1922 in Montreal, Canada, was an outstanding Canadian writer. Her works are renowned for their delicate psychological portrayal and unique narrative techniques, and she is widely considered one of the most important English-language writers of the 20th century. more
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