Long books, when read, are usually overpraised, because the reader wants to convince others and himself that he has not wasted his time. - E. M. Forster

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Long books, when read, are usually overpraised, because the reader wants to convince others and himself that he has not wasted his time.

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About E. M. Forster

Edward Morgan Forster (1 January 1879 – 7 July 1970) was an English novelist, short story writer, and essayist.

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Birth Name: Edward Morgan Forster
Alternative Names: EM Forster E Forster Edward Forster
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