Nevil Shute
Born: 01-01-1899
Nevil Shute was an acclaimed British novelist and aeronautical engineer, celebrated for his storytelling and engineering expertise. Born in 1899, he authored numerous bestselling novels, including "A Town Like Alice" and "On the Beach," often weaving themes of resilience, survival, and human spirit. Shute's work reflects his aviation background and experiences during World War II, captivating readers with his compelling narratives until his passing in 1960.
Book summaries for books written by Nevil Shute
Quotes
When you're safe at home you wish you were having an adventure; when you're having an adventure you wish you were safe at home.
Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.
It's a woman's business to be interested in clothes!
Have you ever noticed how, oftentimes, when you get something you want, it's not nearly as good as you thought it would be?
It's a bit difficult to explain things when you're tied up, but at least you're held still and have to listen.
War has a way of bringing out the worst in people.
Sometimes strength is hidden beneath the surface.
You'll find that it takes a person of strong character to be able to be alone.
Love can survive even the most challenging circumstances.
In all the history books I have found, there's never been an account of a woman leading a thousand women in a jungle march to defeat the enemy.
There's nothing like hearing people you love being happy in the background of a phone call.
Taking pleasure in the simple things can bring immense joy.