“It occurs to her that she should record this flash of insight in her journal - otherwise she is sure to forget, for she is someone who is always learning and forgetting and obliged to learn again.”
Quote by Carol Shields
Work
The Stone Diaries: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
This book is a compilation of personal diaries that chronicle the life of a woman from her childhood to her old age, capturing the social and personal changes she experiences over time. more
Author
Carol Shields
Carol Shields (June 2, 1935 - July 16, 2003) was a renowned Canadian author. Her works are known for their profound character development and unique narrative style, with notable titles including 'The Stone Diaries' and 'Swimming Lessons'. more
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