Quote by: Oscar Hammerstein II

I know the world is filled with troubles and many injustices. But reality is as beautiful as it is ugly. I think it is just as important to sing about beautiful mornings as it is to talk about slums. I just couldn't write anything without hope in it.


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Author Bio


  • NameOscar Hammerstein II
  • DescriptionAmerican librettist, theatrical producer, and (usually uncredited) theatre director of musicals
  • AliasesHammerstien; Oscar Greely Clendenning Hammerstein II
  • BornJuly 12, 1895
  • DiedAugust 23, 1960
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionAuthor; Songwriter; Librettist
  • AwardsPulitzer Prize For Drama; Grammy Trustees Award