In a word, my work is digressive, and it is progressive too… - Laurence Sterne

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In a word, my work is digressive, and it is progressive too, — and at the same time.

Laurence Sterne

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Laurence Sterne (24 November 1713 – 18 March 1768) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and an Anglican clergyman. He is best known for his novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman, and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy; but he also published sermons, wrote memoirs, and was involved in local politics.

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Alternative Names: Lorens Stern

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Sözcükleri telaffuz ettiğim anda, kalp bölgesinin civarındaki telleri titreştiren bir çaba hissedebiliyordum.-Beyin bunu kaydetmedi.-Zaten genellikle bu ikisi birbiriyle pek anlaşamaz.

A man who laughs will never be dangerous.

People who are always taking care of their health are like misers, who are hoarding a treasure which they have never spirit enough to enjoy.

In a word, my work is digressive, and it is progressive too, — and at the same time. - Laurence Sterne

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