Ethel Wilson

(1862–1980) Novelist Canada

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Ethel Wilson was a novelist from Canada, best known for Swamp angel.

Quick Facts About Ethel Wilson

Born: June 26, 1862
Died: December 22, 1980
Nationality: Canada
Profession: Novelist
Notable works: Swamp angel

About Ethel Wilson

Ethel Davis Wilson, was a Canadian writer of short stories and novels. Her works include Hetty Dorval (1947), The Innocent Traveller (1949), Swamp Angel (1954) and Mrs Golightly and Other Stories (1961).

Awards & Honors

Person of National Historic Significance Lorne Pierce Medal Officer of the Order of Canada

Quotes by Ethel Wilson

The formidable power of geography determines the character and performance of a people.

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Character

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A writer's mind seems to be situated partly in the solar plexus and partly in the head.

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Chakra

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Your power comes from the songs.

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“A first meeting. A meeting in the desert, a meeting at sea, meeting in the city, meeting at night, meeting at a…

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The business of writing is one of the four or five most private things in the world.

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Business

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Dullness is a misdemeanour.

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