O. M. Dalton
O. M. Dalton was a British writer and scholar, known primarily for his contributions to literary criticism and historical literature. He gained recognition for his work 'Apologia Diffidentis,' which reflects his introspective approach to writing and his exploration of themes related to self-doubt and the human condition. Dalton's literary style is characterized by a blend of scholarly insight and personal reflection, making his works resonate with readers who appreciate depth and nuance in literature. Throughout his life, Dalton engaged with various literary and historical subjects, contributing to the understanding of the complexities of human experience. His writings often delve into the intricacies of identity and the challenges of articulating one's thoughts and feelings in a world that can be both inspiring and daunting. Although not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Dalton's work has garnered respect for its intellectual rigor and emotional honesty, securing his place in the landscape of early 20th-century literature.
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View all 6 quotes“Hickory dickory dock my daddy’s nuts from shell shock. Humpty dumpty thought he was wise till gas came along and burned out his eyes. A dillar a dollar a ten o clock scholar blow off his legs and then watch him holler. Rockaby baby in the tree top don’t stop a bomb or you’ll probably flop. Now I lay me down to sleep my bombproof cellars good and deep but if I’m killed before I wake remember god its for your sake amen.””
“I’m a good man,’ Slim says. ‘But I’m a bad man too. And that’s like all men, kid. We all got a bit o’ good and a bit o’ bad in us. The tricky part is learnin’ how to be good all the time and bad none of the time. Some of us get that right. Most of us don’t.””
“New nursery rhymes for new times. Hickory dickory dock my daddy’s nuts from shellshock. Humpty dumpty thought he was wise till gas came along and burned out his eyes. A diller a dollar a ten o’clock scholar blow off his legs and then watch him holler. Rockabye baby in the treetop don’t stop a bomb or you’ll probably flop. Now I lay me down to sleep my bombproof cellar’s good and deep but if I’m killed before I wake remember god it’s for your sake amen.””
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