Quote by: Colette

All this is still my kingdom, a small portion of the splendid riches which God distributes to passers-by, to wanderers and to solitaries. The earth belongs to anyone who stops for a moment, gazes and goes on his way; the whole sun belongs to the naked lizard who basks in it.


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Author Bio


  • NameColette
  • Description1873-1954 French novelist: wrote Gigi
  • AliasesSidonie-Gabrielle Colette; Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
  • BornJanuary 28, 1873
  • DiedAugust 3, 1954
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionNovelist; Ghostwriter; Journalist; Writer; Librettist
  • AwardsCommander Of The Legion Of Honour; Grand Officer Of The Legion Of Honour; Officer Of The Legion Of Honour; Knight Of The Legion Of Honour