Rumer Godden
Born: 12-09-1907
Rumer Godden was a prolific British author known for her enchanting novels and children's books. Born in 1907 in Sussex, she spent much of her early life in India, which heavily influenced her writing. Godden's works often explore themes of identity and cultural conflict. Among her most celebrated novels are "Black Narcissus" and "The River." Her storytelling weaves rich narratives with vivid settings, captivating readers worldwide until her passing in 1998.
Book summaries for books written by Rumer Godden
Quotes
Life is not what one lived, but what one remembers and how one remembers it in order to recount it.
Love is not a thing that you can pick up and put down at will.
To be a nun is not to be a nun, but to be Christ's spouse.
Sometimes God chooses what we least expect.
The will of God is not always a road, but a river.
It is easier to find a reason to be angry than to be kind.
Silence is often the best response.
We all have our own battles to fight, and we must fight them with courage.
The path to peace is paved with forgiveness.
In the stillness of solitude, one can hear the whispers of the divine.
Faith is not about having all the answers, but trusting in the One who does.
Love is the greatest act of defiance against despair.