Jane Hamilton Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jane Hamilton.

Jane Hamilton is an acclaimed American author known for her compelling storytelling and insightful exploration of human relationships. Born in 1957 in Illinois, Hamilton attended Carleton College and later earned her MFA from the University of Iowa. She gained widespread recognition with her debut novel, "The Book of Ruth," which won the PEN/Hemingway Foundation Award for best first novel. Hamilton continued to captivate readers with works like "A Map of the World" and "The Excellent Lombards," showcasing her ability to delve into complex emotions and moral dilemmas. N/A

I used to think if you fell from grace it was more likely th

I used to think if you fell from grace it was more likely than not the result of one stupendous error, or else an unfortunate accident. I hadn't learned that it can happen so gradually you don't lose your stomach or hurt yourself in the landing. You don't necessarily sense the motion. I've found it takes at least two and generally three things to alter the course of a life: You slip around the truth once, and then again, and one more time, and there you are, feeling, for a moment, that it was sudden, your arrival at the bottom of the heap.

Jane Hamilton

Truth