“when knowledge comes in at the door, fear and superstition fly out of the window.”
Book:The Red Lamp
Quote by Mary Roberts Rinehart
Work
The Red Lamp
This book is a work of fiction that delves into the psychological and philosophical aspects of human experience, using the imagery of a red lamp as a central metaphor. The story unfolds in an enigmatic setting, where the lamp serves as a beacon of hope and a symbol of the unknown. more
Author
Mary Roberts Rinehart
Mary Roberts Rinehart was an American writer known for her suspense novels. She is considered a pioneer in the genre of detective fiction and is often referred to as the 'Mother of Detective Fiction'. more
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