Apology for Understatement
John Wain’s ‘Apology for Understatement’ shows love’s depth exceeds words, hinting that actions convey more.
John Wain was an English poet and critic. He’s associated with a literary movement known as “The Movement.” He worked as a freelance journalist as well as a reviewer, writing for newspapers and for the radio. His novels include Hurry on Down, A Winter in the Hills, and Hungry Generations.
John Wain’s ‘Apology for Understatement’ shows love’s depth exceeds words, hinting that actions convey more.
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