Basil King

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Basil King was a Canadian author known for his exploration of love and human experience, particularly in his work 'The Dark House.'

Born
January 1, 1868
Died
January 1, 1960
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4
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#2655

About Basil King

Basil King — Life and Legacy

Basil King was a prominent Canadian author whose literary contributions delve deeply into the complexities of love and human experience. His notable work, 'The Dark House,' explores themes of emotional struggle and the intricacies of relationships, establishing him as a significant voice in early 20th-century literature. King's core thinking revolves around the idea that love is not merely an emotion but a fundamental aspect of human existence. He famously stated, 'The greatest thing in the world is to love and be loved,' which reflects his belief in love's transformative power. This perspective challenges the often simplistic portrayals of love in literature, as King emphasizes its depth and the emotional turmoil it can bring. His quotes continue to resonate today, as they reflect the universal experiences of longing, connection, and the challenges inherent in relationships. By articulating the emotional struggles tied to love, King invites readers to reflect on their own experiences, making his insights timeless and relevant.

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"Victory becomes, to some degree, a state of mind. Knowing ourselves superior to the anxieties, troubles, and worries which obsess us, we are superior to them."

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"In doing one's work primarily for God, the fear of undue restriction is put, sooner or later, out of the question. He pays me and He pays me well. He pays me and He will not fail to pay me. He pays me not merely for the rule of thumb task, which is all that men recognize, but to everything else I bring to my job in the way of industry, good intentions and cheerfulness. If the Lord loveth a cheerful giver, as St. Paul says, we may depend upon it that He loveth a cheerful worker; and where we can cleave the way to His love there we find His endless generosity."

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"God is with us to be utilised. His Power, His Love, His Thought, His Presence, must be at our disposal, like other great forces, such as sunshine and wind and rain. We can use them or not, as we please. That we could use them to their full potentiality is, of course, not to be thought of; but we can use them in proportion to our ability."

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