Irwin Shaw
Born: 01-01-1913
Irwin Shaw was a prolific American author and playwright, renowned for his compelling novels and short stories. Born in 1913, Shaw gained fame with his debut novel "The Young Lions," a gripping World War II narrative. His literary prowess extended to stage and screen, earning him a reputation for masterful storytelling. Shaw's works often explored themes of war, morality, and the human condition, leaving a lasting impact on 20th-century literature.
Book summaries for books written by Irwin Shaw
Quotes
It's no good running away from trouble; there ain't no place that far.
Some people can't understand that it's not the end of the world to be embarrassed.
We all have to take our chances.
It's a good idea to have all the advantages you can manage.
You can't talk yourself out of something you behave yourself into.
If you don't want to lose, you'd better learn how to win.
Life is a thing you do when you can't get to sleep.
I don't think there's any point in doing anything you're not going to do well.
It's always a good idea to know what you're doing.
Nobody's ever responsible for anything that happens to him.
Where there's no food there's no love, and where there's no love, there's no food.
You've got to make the best of what you have.