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“I do not object to the phenomena, but I do object to the parrot.”

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Cold Comfort Farm is a satirical novel by Stella Gibbons, published in 1932. The story follows Flora Poste, a city-dwelling woman who inherits a run-down farm in the English countryside. The novel is known for its sharp wit and satirical portrayal of the English upper classes and their quaint rural lifestyle. more

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Stella Gibbons

Stella Gibbons was an English author known for her satirical and humorous writing style. Her works often set in rural England, showcasing the customs and characters of British society. Her notable works include 'Cold Comfort Farm'. more

“I also think there are prices too high to pay to save the United States. Conscription is one of them. Conscription is slavery, and I don't think that any people or nation has a right to save itself at the price of slavery for anyone, no matter what name it is called. We have had the draft for twenty years now; I think this is shameful. If a country can't save itself through the volunteer service of its own free people, then I say: Let the damned thing go down the drain!”

People Ifs Thinking Years Country Matter States Names Nations United Pay United States Twenties No Matter What Slavery Volunteer Drains Shameful Conscription Volunteer Service

Author:Robert A. Heinlein

“Where did you go to, if I may ask?' said Thorin to Gandalf as they rode along. To look ahead,' said he. And what brought you back in the nick of time?' Looking behind,' said he.”

Ifs Looks May Said Asks Behinds Thorin

Book:The Hobbit

Source: The Hobbit

“She was very near hating him now; yet the sound of his voice, the way the light fell on his thin, dark hair, the way he sat and moved and wore his clothes—she was conscious that even these trivial things were inwoven with her deepest life.”

Way Light Hate Sound Voice Dark Hair Clothes Conscious Moved Sat Dark Hair Trivial Things Deepest Life

Book:Delphi Complete Works of Edith Wharton (Illustrated)

Source: Delphi Complete Works of Edith Wharton (Illustrated)

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