I think being a woman is like being Irish... Everyone says … - Iris Murdoch

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I think being a woman is like being Irish... Everyone says you're important and nice, but you take second place all the time.

Iris Murdoch

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About Iris Murdoch

Dame Jean Iris Murdoch (15 July 1919 – 8 February 1999) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and philosopher, famed for her series of novels that combine rich characterization and compelling plotlines usually involving ethical or sexual themes. Her life-story was filmed in 2001 as Iris.

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Native Name: Jean Iris Murdoch

Alternative Names: Dame Iris Murdoch

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There is no beyond, there is only here, the infinitely small, infinitely great and utterly demanding present.

"I am sorry," said Monty. "I cannot respond to you in any way. I am just not sufficiently interested in anything you have to say."

People have disappointed me and deceived me and let me down.

I think being a woman is like being Irish... Everyone says you're important and nice, but you take second place all the time. - Iris Murdoch

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