E. V. Lucas quotes

I have noticed that the people who are late are often so much jollier than the people who have to wait for them. (E. V. Lucas)
One of the most adventurous things left us is to go to bed. For no one can lay a hand on our dreams. View quote
E. V. Lucas
There is no diplomacy like candor. View quote
E. V. Lucas
There can be no defence like elaborate courtesy. View quote
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Nothing is so boring as having to keep up a deception. View quote
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There are two words for everything. View quote
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Americans are people who prefer the Continent to their own country, but refuse to learn its languages. View quote
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The art of life is to show your hand. View quote
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The French never allow a distinguished son of France to lack a statue. View quote
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You may lose by it now and then, but it will be a loss well gained if you do. View quote
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Nothing is wasted. (E. V. Lucas)

E. V. Lucas

E. V. Lucas - Image
Occupation: English Writer
Born: June 12, 1868
Died: June 26, 1938
Quotes count: 11

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