Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Daphne du Maurier
- But luxury has never appealed to me, I like simple things, books, being alone, or with somebody who understands.
- Happiness is not a possession to be prized, it is a quality of thought, a state of mind.
- I am glad it cannot happen twice, the fever of first love. For it is a fever, and a burden, too, whatever the poets may say.
- I wish I was a woman of about thirty-six dressed in black satin with a string of pearls.
- I suppose sooner or later in the life of everyone comes a moment of trial. We all of us have our particular devil who rides us and torments us, and we must give battle in the end.
- Men are simpler than you imagine my sweet child. But what goes on in the twisted, tortuous minds of women would baffle anyone.
- Either you go to America with Mrs. Van Hopper or you come home to Manderley with me.” “Do you mean you want a secretary or something?” “No, I’m asking you to marry me, you little fool.
- Come and see us if you feel like it,’ she said. ‘I always expect people to ask themselves. Life is too short to send out invitations.
- I believe there is a theory that men and women emerge finer and stronger after suffering, and that to advance in this or any world we must endure ordeal by fire.
- Time will mellow it, make it a moment for laughter. But now it was not funny, now I did not laugh. It was not the future, it was the present. It was too vivid and too real.
Daphne du Maurier (1907-1989) was a British author known for her compelling novels and short stories and her mastery of gothic and psychological fiction. Born in London, she came from a creative family, with her father, Sir Gerald du Maurier, being a well-known actor, and her grandfather, George du Maurier, a celebrated author and illustrator.
Du Maurier’s writing career took off with the publication of her first novel, “The Loving Spirit” (1931). However, it was her later works that truly cemented her literary reputation. Her 1938 novel “Rebecca” remains her most famous and enduring work, thanks in part to its successful adaptation into an Academy Award-winning film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This gothic tale of love, jealousy, and mystery continues to captivate readers.
Throughout her career, du Maurier’s writing often explored themes of identity, obsession, and the darker aspects of human nature. Other notable works include “Jamaica Inn” (1936) and “My Cousin Rachel” (1951), both of which were also adapted into successful films.
Daphne du Maurier’s prolific career spanned several decades, and her literary contributions continue to be celebrated for their enduring appeal and exploration of the human psyche. Her influence on the gothic and psychological fiction genres remains significant, making her a respected figure in the world of literature.
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