Classic Quotes by Dame Ivy Compton-Burnett (1884-1969) English writer

on Jun 5, 2026

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At a certain point my novels set. They set just as hard as that jam jar. And then I know they are finished.

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There is more difference within the sexes than between them.

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There isn't much to say. I haven't been at all deedy.

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Time is not a great healer. It is an indifferent and perfunctory one. Sometimes it does not heal at all. And sometimes when it seems to, no healing has been necessary.