A. N. Wilson
1950
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Quotes
Biography
A. N. Wilson is a British writer known for his prolific literary works spanning various genres including novels, biographies, and essays. He has authored acclaimed biographies on figures such as Leo Tolstoy, Jesus, and Queen Victoria, showcasing his diverse interests and research skills. Wilson's writing is characterized by insightful analysis, elegant prose, and a deep understanding of historical and literary contexts.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Literature adds to reality, it does not simply describe it. It enriches the necessary competencies that daily life requires and provides; and in this respect, it irrigates the deserts that our lives have already become.
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Biography can enchant the past with a sense of wonder which is itself poetic.
3
A man does not plant a tree for himself. He plants it for posterity.
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Writing a novel is actually searching for victims. As I write I keep looking for casualties. The stories uncover the casualties.
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Difficulty is the excuse history never accepts.