“The finest life is spent creating oneself, not procreating.”
Quote by Natalie Clifford Barney
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A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
This compilation showcases the literary achievements of Natalie Clifford Barney, highlighting her unique voice and significant contributions to American literature. more
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Natalie Clifford Barney
Natalie Clifford Barney was an American playwright recognized for her significant contributions to American theater. Born on October 31, 1876, she was a prominent figure in the literary and artistic circles of the early 20th century. Barney's plays frequently delved into themes of gender, identity, and societal norms, and she is celebrated for her pioneering plays and her mentorship of numerous young playwrights. more
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“doubt seems the only purity for those who are too fervent to deny, and too lucid to affirm.”
Source: Adventures of the Mind: The Memoirs of Natalie Clifford Barney
“Eternity: what a waste of time.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“Fashion: the search for a new absurdity.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“Every dance is a kind of fever chart, a graph of the heart.”
Source: Blood Memory
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“Hero worship has died with heroes, and if someone bows down today, it is to pick up something.”
Source: Adventures of the Mind: The Memoirs of Natalie Clifford Barney
“I'm fond of human beings, but only one at a time.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“I am not a bibliophile but a humanophile: I look for rare human beings.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney
“Being other than normal is a perilous advantage.”
Source: A Perilous Advantage: The Best of Natalie Clifford Barney