This quote is written / told by Edmund Wilson between May 8, 1895 and June 12, 1972. He/she was a famous Critic from USA.
The author also have 9 other quotes.
"Having soon discovered to be great, I must appear so, and therefore studiously avoided mixing in society, and wrapped myself in mystery, devoting my time to fasting and prayer"
"Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future"