Quote by Freya Stark

I have met charming people, lots who would be charming if they hadn't got a complex about the British and everyone has pleasant and cheerful manners and I like most of the American voices. On the other hand I don't believe they have any God and their hats are frightful. On balance I prefer the Arabs.

I have met charming people, lots who would be charming if th

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their encounters with charming individuals, some of whom have a negative perception towards the British. Despite this, the speaker finds American voices pleasing and appreciates their pleasant and cheerful manners. However, they criticize Americans for not having any religious beliefs and find their hats unappealing. Ultimately, despite acknowledging positive attributes of Americans, the speaker states a preference for Arabs.

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By Freya Stark

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