Africa, Page 122.
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The only reason why I always admit pain is that it seems the only constructive emotion.
— Bessie Head
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "The only reason why I always admit pain is that it seems the only constructive emotion." in the context of "Africa, Page 122." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "Bessie Head" (Quotes, The Cardinals. With Meditations and Short Stories (1993))
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About Bessie 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.
About Bessie 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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