Colm Toibin Quotes

I'm slightly influenced by sport in that I like the idea of trying, like an athlete, to keep absolutely ready. That's an emotional thing, almost. I don't mean physically, although I play tennis. But you try to keep yourself ready.

Colm Toibin

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  Colm Toibin
  • Trying
  • Emotional
  • Athlete