I hate American simplicity. I glory in the piling up of complications of every sort. If I could pronounce the name James in any different or more elaborate way I should be in favor of doing it.
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"I hate American simplicity. I glory in the piling up of complications of every sort. If I could pronounce the name James in any different or more elaborate way I should be in favor of doing it." — Henry James
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I hate American simplicity. I glory in the piling up of complications of every sort. If I could pronounce the name James in any different or more elaborate way I should be in favor of doing it. — Henry James
About Henry James
Henry James was a Writer from United States (1843–1916).
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This quote is attributed to Henry James, a Writer from United States.
When did Henry James live?
Henry James lived from 1843 – 1916.