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Mark Helprin quotes about eyes

American Novelist June 28, 1947

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The obituary writers drew their incomplete sketches, touring through his life like travelers to England who do not ever see swans, sheep, bicycles, and blue eyes. Mark Helprin
You know," said Al in a daze of hunger and cold, "when you see this, you realize that despite all the crap that goes on in the cities, despite all the words and accusations, the country has balance and momentum. The whole thing is symmetrical and beautiful; it works. The cities are like bulbs on a Christmas tree. They may bum, swell, and shatter, but the green stays green. Look at it," he said, eyes fixed on the horizon, not unmoved by the motion of the train. "Look at it. It's alive. Mark Helprin
Your time is a good time, and though I have to leave, you can stay. How lucky you are to be in the city just before it opens its eyes upon a golden age. Mark Helprin
As the clockwork of the millennia moved a notch in front of their eyes, it had taken their thoughts from small things and reminded them of how vulnerable they were to time. Mark Helprin
Mark Helprin quote: "The greatest fight is when you are fighting in the smoke and..."
The greatest fight is when you are fighting in the smoke and cannot see with your eyes. Mark Helprin
Mark Helprin quote: "Truth is no rounder than a horse's eye."
Truth is no rounder than a horse's eye. Mark Helprin

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