

“When you build on lies, you build strong and solid. It was the truth that undid you.”
― The Inheritance of Loss
― The Inheritance of Loss

“People forget how vulnerable they are despite their shirts and shoes and briefcases, how this hungry and cruel world could strip them, put them in the same position as my beggars.”
― A Fine Balance
― A Fine Balance

“Look at that crowd', he said disgustedly. 'They think it's a circus.'
'And not a single coin are they donating', said Dina.
'That's not surprising. Pity can only be shown in small doses. When so many beggars are in one place, the public goes like this' - he put his fists to his eyes, like binoculars.”
― A Fine Balance
'And not a single coin are they donating', said Dina.
'That's not surprising. Pity can only be shown in small doses. When so many beggars are in one place, the public goes like this' - he put his fists to his eyes, like binoculars.”
― A Fine Balance

“If we followed our feelings all the time, we'd be like cats chasin' their tails.”
― To Kill a Mockingbird
― To Kill a Mockingbird
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