Dorothy Dunnett Quotes

He regards boredom, I observe, as the One and Mighty Enemy of his soul. And will succeed in conquering it, I am sure—if he survives the experience.

Dorothy Dunnett

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• Enemy
• Boredom

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• He regards boredom, I observe, as the One and Mighty Enemy of his soul. And will succeed in conquering it, I am sure—if he survives the experience.

  

  Dorothy Dunnett
  • Experience
  • Soul
  • Enemy