Elizabeth Coatsworth Quotes

A collection of quotes by Elizabeth Coatsworth.

Elizabeth Coatsworth (1893-1986) was an American author known for her children's books and poetry. Born in Buffalo, New York, she grew up in a literary household and developed a love for writing from an early age. Coatsworth published over 90 books throughout her career, including the Newbery Medal-winning "The Cat Who Went to Heaven" (1930). Her works often incorporated themes of nature, animals, and the human connection to the natural world. Coatsworth's notable contributions to children's literature earned her wide recognition and numerous awards, establishing her as a prominent figure in the genre.

I say that almost everywhere there is beauty enough to fill

I say that almost everywhere there is beauty enough to fill a person's life if one would only be sensitive to it. but Henry says No: that broken beauty is only a torment, that one must have a whole beauty with man living in relation to it to have a rich civilization and art. . . . Is it because I am a woman that I accept what crumbs I may have, accept the hot-dog stands and amusement parks if I must, if the blue is bright beyond them and the sunset flushes the breasts of sea birds?

Elizabeth Coatsworth

Art Beauty Civilization Woman

When I dream, I am ageless.

When I dream, I am ageless.

Elizabeth Coatsworth

Dreams