Quote by Raymond Chandler

It is not a fragrant world.

It is not a fragrant world.

Summary

This quote suggests that the world is not filled with pleasant or delightful things. It implies that there are disagreeable or unpleasant aspects to the world that we live in, perhaps referring to the existence of negativity, conflict, or hardships. It highlights the idea that the world can sometimes be challenging or unfavorable, contrasting the notion of a perfect or ideal world.

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Society

By Raymond Chandler

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