Randolph Silliman Bourne Quotes

A collection of quotes by Randolph Silliman Bourne.

Randolph Silliman Bourne (1886-1918) was an American writer and social critic known for his influential essays on cultural and political issues. Born in Bloomfield, New Jersey, Bourne overcame physical disabilities and became an advocate for the rights of marginalized groups, including disabled individuals and immigrant communities. He played a significant role in shaping progressive thought during the early 20th century, challenging conventional ideas of nationalism and war. Although his life was cut tragically short by the influenza pandemic of 1918, Bourne's writings continue to inspire and resonate with readers today.

No matter what we have come through, or how many perils we h

No matter what we have come through, or how many perils we have safely passed, or how many imperfect and jagged - in some places perhaps irreparably - our life has been, we cannot in our heart of hearts imagine how it could have been different. As we look back on it, it slips in behind us in orderly array, and, with all its mistakes, acquires a sort of eternal fitness, and even, at times, of poetic glamour.

Randolph Silliman Bourne

Reflection

Friendships are fragile things and require as much care in h

Friendships are fragile things and require as much care in handling as any other fragile and precious thing.

Randolph Silliman Bourne

Friends