Quote by John Barrymore

Die? I should say not, dear fellow. No Barrymore would allow such a conventional thing to happen to him.

Die? I should say not, dear fellow. No Barrymore would allow

Summary

This quote is a humorous statement made by a member of the Barrymore family, implying that they are too unconventional to simply "die" in the ordinary sense. It suggests that individuals bearing this famous name are resistant to conforming to societal norms and expectations, and instead embrace a more eccentric and unique way of living. By stating that no Barrymore would allow something as mundane as death to happen, it showcases their characteristically nonconformist and spirited nature.

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Death

By John Barrymore

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