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The term "The Black Prince" evokes a sense of mystery and valor, often associated with themes of courage, leadership, and the complexities of legacy. This intriguing figure, steeped in historical significance, represents the embodiment of chivalric ideals and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity. People are drawn to quotes about "The Black Prince" because they capture the essence of bravery and the nuanced journey of a leader who navigated the challenges of his time with both strength and grace. These quotes resonate with those who seek inspiration from the past, offering timeless lessons on resilience and the pursuit of honor. The allure of "The Black Prince" lies in its ability to connect us with a narrative that transcends centuries, reminding us of the power of determination and the impact of one's actions on history. Whether you're exploring themes of heroism or reflecting on the complexities of leadership, the quotes associated with "The Black Prince" provide a rich tapestry of insights that continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.

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How little perhaps can words convey except in the hands of a genius.
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#writing #iris-murdoch #genius #words #writer #the-black-prince
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I have been on the whole a lucky man. And I would say that even now. Perhaps especially I would say it now.
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#iris-murdoch #lucky #narrator #the-black-prince #looking-back
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I did not like the look of him at all. Something significantly ill-omened which I could not yet define emanated from him.
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#iris-murdoch #the-black-prince #foreboding
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I know that human life is horrible. I know that it is utterly unlike art. I have no religion except my own task of being. Conventional religions are dream stuff. Always a world of fear and horror lies but a millimetre away. Any man, even the greatest, can be broken in a moment and has no refuge. Any theory which denies this is a lie.
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#life #religion #iris-murdoch #pessimist #worldview #the-black-prince
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Of course we have an 'unconscious mind' and this is partly what my book is about. But there is no general chart of that lost continent. Certainly not a 'scientific' one.
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#iris-murdoch #metaphor #subconscious-mind #subconscious #unknowable #the-black-prince
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Only stories and magic really endure.
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#iris-murdoch #magic #stories #lasting #endure #the-black-prince
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Some people are just 'diminishers' and 'spoilers' for others. I suppose almost everybody diminishes someone. A saint would be nobody's spoiler.
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#iris-murdoch #toxic-people #toxic-relationships #the-black-prince
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Then the front doorbell (already too long delayed by my rambling narrative) rang.
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#humor #iris-murdoch #narrative #meta #narrator #the-black-prince
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Those who cry out the truth to an indifferent world too often weary, fall silent or come to doubt their own wit.
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#iris-murdoch #giving-up #the-black-prince
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Tuesday? My whole concept of the future had crumpled.
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#iris-murdoch #shattered #the-future #the-black-prince
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