In my heart there may be doubt that I deserve the Nobel award over other men of letters whom I hold in respect and reverence — but there is no question of my pleasure and pride in having it for myself.

Steinbeck - Nobel prize - wist_info

John Steinbeck (1902-1968) American writer
Nobel prize acceptance speech (10 Dec 1962)
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