Paul Scott quotes

The past becomes a texture, an ambience to our present. (Paul Scott)
Ah, well, the truth is always one thing, but in a way it's the other thing, the gossip, that counts. It shows where people's hearts lie. View quote
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We need to be able to go to school and feel safe and accepted for who we are. View quote
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Imagination is not enough. Knowledge is necessary. View quote
Paul Scott
In India nearly everybody spoke metaphorically except the English who spoke bluntly and could make their most transparent lies look honest as a consequence; whereas any truth contained in these metaphorical rigmaroles was so deviously presented that it looked devious itself. View quote
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Rumours began with the whispered gossip of native servants and spread quickly to the rest of the population. View quote
Paul Scott

Paul Scott

Occupation: British Novelist
Born: March 25, 1920
Died: March 1, 1978
Quotes count: 6

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