“The proper, wise balancing
of one's whole life may depend upon the
feasibility of a cup of tea at an unusual hour.”

— Arnold Bennett

Source: How to Live on 24 Hours a Day

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English novelist 1867–1931

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“The proper, wise balancing
of one's whole life may depend upon the
feasibility of a cup of tea at an unusual hour.”