Mother Tongue

Famous quotes containing the words mother and/or tongue:

    My mother wanted to shrink from my clinging, but did not.
    Mason Cooley (b. 1927)

    I who have cursed
    The drunken officer of British rule, how choose
    Between this Africa and the English tongue I love?
    Betray them both, or give back what they give?
    How can I face such slaughter and be cool?
    How can I turn from Africa and live?
    Derek Walcott (b. 1930)