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I hate being moved. I hate that man who came in. So self-righteous, so cruel. He made fun of me, that's why I cried. You never did that. You led me into temptation by your — politeness.
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Billy Budd:
You didn't even hate him. I think that sometimes you hate yourself. I was thinking, sir, the nights are lonely. Perhaps I could talk with you between watches when you've nothing else to do.
Claggert:
Lonely. What do you know of loneliness?
Billy Budd:
Them's alone that want to be.
Claggert:
Nights are long. Conversation helps pass the time.
Billy Budd:
Can I talk to you again, then? It would mean a lot to me.
Claggert:
Perhaps to me, too. [His expression suddenly sours] Oh, no. You would charm me too, huh? Get away.
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Good authors, too, who once knew better words Now only use four-letter words Writing prose — Anything goes.
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Born:
April 16, 1921
Died:
March 28, 2004
(aged 82)
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