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That last winter was a tragic story and I got no personal honour out of it but I was a witness to it
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"That last winter was a tragic story and I got no personal honour out of it but I was a witness to it"

- Laurie Lee

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This quote by Laurie Lee talks to the disaster of the winter season he experienced. He acknowledges that he did not acquire any individual honor from the experience, however he was a witness to it. This suggests that he was present for the occasions that unfolded, and was not able to do anything to prevent them. It is likely that he felt helpless in the face of the disaster, and was not able to make a distinction. The quote also speaks with the idea that tragedy can be a humbling experience, and that it can be challenging to discover any sense of honor in the middle of it. It is a tip that disaster can be a part of life, which it is necessary to recognize and respect the experiences of those who have actually gone through it.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Laurie Lee between June 26, 1914 and May 13, 1997. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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