Man's feet are the measure for distance, his hands are the measure for ownership, his body is the measure for all that is lovable and desirable and s… - E. M. Forster

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Man's feet are the measure for distance, his hands are the measure for ownership, his body is the measure for all that is lovable and desirable and strong.

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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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