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The Prince of Tides

A poignant narrative that delves into the complex dynamics of a family dealing with mental illness and the search for healing and connection. more

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Pat Conroy
Pat Conroy

Pat Conroy was a renowned American author, born on October 26, 1945, and passed away on March 4, 2016. His works are known for their deep character portrayals and vivid Southern backgrounds, with notable titles including 'The Water Is Wide' and 'The Great Santini'. more

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“But he is something, he is something,” she cried, and her voice broke with anger. “He is far more than you think, you thing of the woods. You wait. Oh, he shall talk to you—I will ask him myself. You don't believe I love him, but you shall see you are mistaken. I will marry him; I will think of him night and day. Mark what I say: I love him. Let Eva come if she likes—hahaha! Heavens, let her come—it is less than nothing to me. And now let me get away from here...” She began walking down the path from the hut; she took a few small hurried steps, turned round, her face still pale as death, and moaned: “And let me never see your face again.”

“Don't create the illusion! You create it so carefully with your chosen material to console yourself with it afterwards. Remember how you used to be, you were all right, you were perfectly sound, you don't need anyone to survive. Where is your will? Where is that bright future you promised to fulfill?”