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Graham Greene at 82 years old was still writing, and I don't think anyone can deny the force, the expertise, and the unique quality of his writing, if you take his complete oeuvre.
William Golding
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William Golding
Age: 81 †
Born: 1911
Born: September 19
Died: 1993
Died: June 19
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Kill the pig! Cut his throat! Kill the pig! Bash him in!
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My yesterdays walk with me. They keep step, they are gray faces that peer over my shoulder.
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The beast was harmless and horrible and the news must reach the others as soon as possible.
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Which is better -- to be a pack of painted Indians like you are, or to be sensible like Ralph is? Which is better -- to have rules and agree, or to hunt and kill? Which is better, law and rescue, or hunting and breaking things up?
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While I am on, I can discipline myself to that extent. When I am off, I can't discipline myself at all. On the other hand, when I am off, there are so many things I like doing, it doesn't really matter.
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The rules! shouted Ralph, you're breaking the rules! Who cares?
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