Timothy Findley
Born: 10-29-1930
Timothy Findley was a Canadian novelist and playwright known for his poignant storytelling and exploration of themes such as war, memory, and identity. Born in 1930 in Toronto, he gained acclaim with works like "The Wars" and "Not Wanted on the Voyage." Findley's vivid characters and intricate narratives earned him numerous awards, including the Governor General's Award. His contributions significantly shaped Canadian literature until his passing in 2002.
Book summaries for books written by Timothy Findley
Quotes
At nights, the stars saw their brutalities and whispered them to one another.
Sometimes, the most profound truths in the world come from the simplest of minds.
War does not determine who is right, only who is left.
The true cost of war can never be measured in terms of victories or defeats.
In war, even the bravest hearts can break.
Fear is a ruthless enemy that never sleeps.
War creates heroes and monsters in equal measure.
In times of war, even love becomes a battlefield.
Hope is a fragile flame that flickers even in the darkest of nights.
No father should outlive his son. No mother should mourn her child.
The scars of war reveal themselves not only on the physical bodies but also on the weary souls.
War may be waged by nations, but it is the innocent who pay the highest price.