Eden Phillpotts

Novelist

United Kingdom

1862 - 1960

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We always think every other man's job is easier than our own. The better he does it, the easier it looks.
Eden Phillpotts
I had no ambition to make a fortune. Mere money-making has never been my goal, I had an ambition to build.
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You never know what a fool you can be till life gives you the chance.
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The universe is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.
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The people sensible enough to give good advice are usually sensible enough to give none.
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I used to hurt so badly that I'd ask God why, what have I done to deserve any of this? I feel now He was preparing me for this, for the future. That's the way I see it.
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