"A truly great book should be read in youth, again in maturity and once more in old age, as a fine building should be seen by morning light, at noon and by moonlight."
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Robertson Davies (1913-1995) was a distinguished Canadian novelist, playwright, and critic, renowned for his wit and profound insights into human nature. Born in Thamesville, Ontario, Davies was a leading figure in Canadian literature, celebrated for his rich storytelling and exploration of themes such as identity, mythology, and the human condition. His notable works, including the “Deptford Trilogy” and “The Fifth Business,” left an indelible mark on literary culture, establishing him as a voice that resonated far beyond Canada’s borders, inspiring generations of readers and writers alike.
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"Their very conservatism is secondhand, and they don't know what they are conserving."
Robertson Davies"There is no nonsense so gross that society will not, at some time, make a doctrine of it and defend it with every weapon of communal stupidity."
Robertson Davies