Engelbert Humperdinck Quotes

I had tuberculosis in my mid-20s. I didn't have much work, was living in a damp London basement in a sleeping bag, and ate only every other day. I looked rough and felt very run down.

Engelbert Humperdinck

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• I had tuberculosis in my mid-20s. I didn't have much work, was living in a damp London basement in a sleeping bag, and ate only every other day. I looked rough and felt very run down.

  

  Engelbert Humperdinck
  • Work
  • Run
  • Basement