“When the waterholes were dry, people sought to drink at the mirage.”
Book:Brideshead Revisited
Quote by Evelyn Waugh
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Brideshead Revisited
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Evelyn Waugh
British writer known for his satirical and humorous style, with notable works including 'Vile Bodies' and 'Brideshead Revisited'. Waugh is renowned for his profound insights into 20th-century British society and culture. more
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