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Before the white man became universally disliked for his mental outlook it was there.

Bessie Emery Head

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About Bessie Emery Head

Bessie Amelia Emery Head (6 July 1937 – 17 April 1986) was a South African writer who, though born in South Africa, is usually considered Botswana's most influential writer. She wrote novels, short fiction and autobiographical works.

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Alternative Names: Bessie Amelia Emery Head • Bessie Head

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Life is a treacherous quicksand with no guarantee of safety anywhere. We can only try to grab what happiness we can before we are swept off into oblivion.

A basically timid and cowardly person dare not presume to speak for others. He can only speak for himself. [A Personal View of the Survival of the Unfittest,

Life is such a gentle, treasured thing. I learn about it every minute. I think about it so deeply.

Before the white man became universally disliked for his mental outlook it was there. - Bessie Emery Head

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