James Stephens

James Stephens (February 9, 1882December 26, 1950) was an Irish novelist and poet.

3 Quotes

Curiosity will conquer fear even more than bravery will.

— James Stephens

A woman is a branchy tree and man a singing wind; and from her branches carelessly he takes what he can find.

— James Stephens

Finality is death. Perfection is finality. Nothing is perfect. There are lumps in it, said the Philosopher.

— James Stephens