The Journey Not the Arrival Matters: An Autobiography of the Years 1939 to 1969The author's account of World War II, his wife's death, and his political and literary activities. "A splendid ending to one of the most remarkable literary achievements of our time" (New York Times Book Review). Index; photographs. |
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Page 195
... Sinhalese seem to be naturally courteous and honey - tongued , and in the East people are far more likely to say nice things to you , if you are a stranger , than they would be in , say , France or Germany . But I do not think this ...
... Sinhalese seem to be naturally courteous and honey - tongued , and in the East people are far more likely to say nice things to you , if you are a stranger , than they would be in , say , France or Germany . But I do not think this ...
Page 198
... Sinhalese and Tamils , was what made this three weeks ' resurrection of time past so enjoyable . It was also naturally extraordinarily pleasant to be re- ceived everywhere with a friendly and even affectionate welcome , and , though ...
... Sinhalese and Tamils , was what made this three weeks ' resurrection of time past so enjoyable . It was also naturally extraordinarily pleasant to be re- ceived everywhere with a friendly and even affectionate welcome , and , though ...
Page 199
... Sinhalese and a Sinhalese company is making a film of it . The book is still read in the island and has won me the reputation among many Sinhalese and Tamils of not only loving the country and sympathizing with the people , but also of ...
... Sinhalese and a Sinhalese company is making a film of it . The book is still read in the island and has won me the reputation among many Sinhalese and Tamils of not only loving the country and sympathizing with the people , but also of ...
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