Angus Wilson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Angus Wilson.

Angus Wilson was a British writer and academic, born on August 11, 1913, in Bexhill-on-Sea, England. He is best known for his novels and short stories that explore themes of social class, sexuality, and the complexities of human relationships. Wilson’s notable works include "Hemlock and After," "The Old Men at the Zoo," and "Anglo-Saxon Attitudes." Alongside his writing career, Wilson also held various teaching positions, including a long tenure as a professor of English literature at the University of East Anglia. Angus Wilson passed away on May 31, 1991, leaving behind an enduring literary legacy.

The opportunities for heroism are limited in this kind of wo

The opportunities for heroism are limited in this kind of world: the most people can do is sometimes not to be as weak as they've been at other times.

Angus Wilson


I opened the large central window of my office room to its f

I opened the large central window of my office room to its full on the fine early May morning. Then I stood for a few moments, breathing in the soft, warm air that was charged with the scent of white lilacs below.

Angus Wilson

Morning