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Quiet Desperation is the English Way

Quiet Desperation is the English Way

And it's refreshingly commendable.

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René Volpi
Sep 22, 2024
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This quote by Roger Waters, "Hanging on in quiet desperation is the English way," perfectly captures the subtle resilience and stoicism often associated with English culture. I completely agree. It's almost as if the quiet desperation becomes a badge of honor— a silent perseverance through the everyday struggles. The genius here lies in the contrast: wh…

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