John Mortimer quotes - page 2

John Mortimer was an English barrister, playwright, and author, widely recognized for creating the character Rumpole of the Bailey. His works often combined satirical humor with insightful commentary on law and society. He became a celebrated figure in both the literary and legal worlds. Here are 28 of his quotes:

The only rule I have found to have any validity in writing is not to bore yourself. (John Mortimer)
There is always time for failure. View quote
John Mortimer
The shelf life of the modern hardback writer is somewhere between the milk and the yoghurt. View quote
John Mortimer

John Mortimer

Occupation: British Novelist
Born: April 21, 1923
Died: January 16, 2009
Quotes count: 28
Wikipedia: John Mortimer

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