“I sat down at the table without any very high hopes, for both Julian and Winifred, as is often the way with good, unworldly people, hardly noticed what they ate or drank, so that a meal with them was a doubtful pleasure.”
Book:Excellent Women
Quote by Barbara Pym
Work
Excellent Women
This book compiles a series of short narratives that delve into the lives and experiences of remarkable women from various backgrounds and eras. more
Author
Barbara Pym
Barbara Pym was an English novelist known for her wit, humor, and delicate psychological portraits. Her works often focus on the lives of the middle class and are celebrated for their unique perspective and profound insight into everyday life. more
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