Thomas Keneally Quotes

A collection of quotes by Thomas Keneally.

Thomas Keneally is an Australian author born on October 7, 1935. He is best known for his historical fiction novel "Schindler's Ark," which won the Booker Prize in 1982 and was adapted into the acclaimed film "Schindler's List." Keneally has written over 30 novels, including "The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith" and "The Daughters of Mars." Throughout his career, he has been praised for his talent in blending fact with fiction and for his storytelling prowess. Keneally's works often explore themes of social justice, history, and the complexities of human nature.

So I remember both medicine, because I frequently sick, part

So I remember both medicine, because I frequently sick, particularly with asthma for which there was no proper treatment then, and in religion I had a strong sense of there being a patriarchy.

Thomas Keneally


And I think my sexuality was heavily repressed by the church

And I think my sexuality was heavily repressed by the church, by the, you know, the design of the mortal sins.

Thomas Keneally

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