Insecurity twists meanings and poisons trust. In a closely beleaguered…

Graham Greene
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Insecurity twists meanings and poisons trust. In a closely beleaguered city every sentry is a potential traitor. ✨ Graham Greene (1974). The end of the affair, Vintage
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I couldn't have thought of her more. Even vacancy was crowded with her. ✨ Graham Greene (1951). The End of the Affair, London Heinemann [1951]
Indifference and pride look very much alike, and he probably thought I was proud. ✨ Graham Greene (1974). The end of the affair, Vintage
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Point me out the happy man and I will point you out either egotism, selfishness, evil - or else an absolute ignorance. ✨ Graham Greene (1960). The Heart of The Matter

Insecurity twists meanings and poisons trust. In a closely beleaguered city every sentry is a potential traitor. ✨ Graham Greene (1974). The end of the affair, Vintage

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