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“My dear boy, I love hearing my relations abused. It is the only thing that makes me put up with them at all. Relations are simply a tedious pack of people, who haven't got the remotest knowledge of how to live, nor the smallest instinct about when to die.”

Book:The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays

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The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays

This compilation features the satirical and witty works of Oscar Wilde, showcasing his unique style and social commentary through various dramatic narratives. more

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Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde, born on October 16, 1854, in Ireland, and died on November 30, 1900, was a renowned Irish writer, playwright, and poet. His works are known for their wit, satire, and unique style, with notable works including 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and 'Lady Windermere's Fan'. more

“It was revolting that I had been like that. Shameful. Disgraceful, in the old-time sense of the word. And what was even worse? That I could now see myself so wretchedly clearly. I had changed, I recognized bitterly.I hated that I could see myself as I was. What a terrible thing to know. I would never be able to not know it, to forget it.I didn't see how I could ever forgive River for that.”

The Past Nastasya Coming To Terms

Book:Darkness Falls

Source: Darkness Falls

“But is has happened, you know. Bear that in mind. Nothing you can do will change it. Time and again, I've found that a good thing to remember.”

Life Lessons Coming To Terms

Author:Edith Wharton

“She guessed it all came down to hope, being able to have hope for the future when you were young, before the world let you down in all sorts of ways.”

Hope Growing Up Human Nature Youth Reflection Experience Innocence Introspective Disillusionment Optimism And Loss

Book:Lightbreakers

Source: Lightbreakers

“Maria was frightened. “Say nothing to anybody,” she told Catalina, “not even to Uncle Domingo. I will talk to him after supper and he will decide what had better be done. Now in heaven’s name clean the carrots or we shall have no soup to eat.” Catalina was not satisfied with this, but her mother bade her be quiet and do as she was told. Presently Domingo came in. He was not drunk, but neither was he sober, and he was in high spirits. He was a man who liked to hear himself talk and, while they had supper, for Catalina’s benefit he held forth loquaciously on the events of the day.”