This quote is written / told by Ruth Park somewhere between August 24, 1923 and today. He/she was a famous Author from New Zealand.
The author also have 3 other quotes.
"Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality of nature, placed alongside thereof for its conquest"
"Though nature be ever so generous, yet can she not make a hero alone. Fortune must contribute her part too; and till both concur, the work cannot be perfected"