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I made, over the years in Cambridge, several very good American friends, and America appeared to me, a land of promise i
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"I made, over the years in Cambridge, several very good American friends, and America appeared to me, a land of promise in every sense of that word, a land of freedom from the inhibitions and restrictions that I felt in England"

- Peter Shaffer

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This quote by Peter Shaffer speaks to the promise of America and the liberty it provides. Through his experiences in Cambridge, Shaffer was able to make numerous excellent American pals and this further opened his eyes to the potential of America. He saw it as a land of pledge, a place where he might leave the inhibitions and constraints he felt in England. This quote speaks with the idea of America as a land of opportunity, a place where one can discover freedom and the possibility to pursue their dreams. It likewise talks to the concept of relationship and how it can open brand-new possibilities and point of views. Shaffer's quote is a testament to the power of friendship and the capacity of America.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Peter Shaffer somewhere between May 15, 1926 and today. He/she was a famous Playwright from England. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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