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“There were occasions when Shakespeare was a very bad writer indeed. You can see how often in books of quotations. People who like quotations love meaningless generalizations.”

Quote by Graham Greene

Book:Travels With My Aunt

Work

Travels With My Aunt

In this engaging novel, the protagonist embarks on a series of extraordinary and life-changing experiences following the arrival of his eccentric and free-spirited aunt. The story explores themes of self-discovery, family dynamics, and the transformative power of unexpected events. more

Author

Graham Greene was a renowned British writer born on October 2, 1904. His works are characterized by deep insight and unique narrative techniques, and he is hailed as one of the greatest novelists of the 20th century. Greene's writing spans a variety of themes, including spy novels, religious novels, and noir novels. more

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