You have a rough manner," said Titus. "But you have saved m… - Mervyn Peake

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You have a rough manner," said Titus. "But you have saved me twice. Why are you helping me?"
"I have no idea," said Muzzlehatch. "There must be something wrong with my brain.

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Mervyn Laurence Peake (9 July 1911 – 17 November 1968) was an English novelist, artist, poet and illustrator. He is best known for what are usually referred to as the Gormenghast books, though the Titus books would be more accurate.

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Alternative Names: Mervyn Laurence Peake • Mervyn L. Peake • Mervyn Lawrence Peake

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