Ella Maillart – Purpee Quotes

“Every time I took a long leave from home, I felt as if I were going to conquer the world. Or rather, take possession of what is my birthright, my inheritance.”

— Ella Maillart

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Category: home
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Travel can also be the spirit of

Posted on November 14, 2013November 14, 2008 by admin

“Travel can also be the spirit of adventure somewhat tamed, for those who desire to do something they are a bit afraid of.”

— Ella Maillart

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Category: travel
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The usual channels of university studies or

Posted on October 26, 2013October 26, 2008 by admin

“The usual channels of university studies or secretarial work did not appeal to me. I cherished difficult dreams through confidence in myself.”

— Ella Maillart

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Category: dreams
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Not only does travel give us a

Posted on July 17, 2013July 17, 2008 by admin

“Not only does travel give us a new system of reckoning, it also brings to the fore unknown aspects of our own self. Our consciousness being broadened and enriched, we shall judge ourselves more correctly.”

— Ella Maillart

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Category: travel
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One travels to run away from routine,

Posted on July 18, 2011July 18, 2006 by admin

“One travels to run away from routine, that dreadful routine that kills all imagination and all our capacity for enthusiasm.”

— Ella Maillart

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Category: imagination
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