George R. Gissing

Quotes

• “The mind which renounces once and forever a futile hope has its compensations in ever-growing calm.”
• “Life I fancy would very often be insupportable but for the luxury of self-compassion.”
• “I have the happiness of the passing moment and what more can mortal ask?”
• “Persistent prophecy is a familiar way of assuring the event.”
• “Have the courage of your desire.”