Ada Cambridge Quotes, born November 21, 1844, in St Germans, Norfolk, England, and later known as Ada Cross, was an English-born Australian poet, novelist, and feminist writer who penned over 25 novels, three poetry volumes, and two autobiographies. Renowned for her evocative poetry and serialized novels like The Three Miss Kings, she captured the Australian landscape and challenged Victorian gender norms with a bold, lyrical voice. These 15 quotes—sourced from her poems, novels, and articles—reflect her insights on love, life, nature, and social justice, showcasing her compassionate spirit and literary legacy.
15 Ada Cambridge Quotes
- “Let Justice, blind and halt and maimed, chastise the rebel spirit surging in my veins, let the Law deal me penalties and pains And make me hideous in my neighbours’ eyes.” (Poem, “A Prayer,” Unspoken Thoughts, 1887)
- “Have all the hopes of ages come to naught? Is life no more with noble meaning fraught?” (Poem, “The Hand in the Dark,” The Hand in the Dark and Other Poems, 1913)
- “Alone! Alone! No beacon, far or near! No chart, no compass, and no anchor stay!” (Poem, “At Sea,” The Manor House and Other Poems, 1875)
- “O what is life, if we must hold it thus as wind-blown sparks hold momentary fire?” (Poem, “The Dawn,” The Manor House and Other Poems, 1875)
- “Thy love I am. Thy wife I cannot be, To wear the yoke of servitude—to take Strange, unknown fetters that I cannot break On soul and flesh that should be mine, and free.” (Poem, “An Answer,” Unspoken Thoughts, 1887)
- “Is the morning dim and cloudy? Does the wind drift up the leaves? Is there mist upon the mountains, where the sun shone yesterday?” (Poem, “Grey,” The Hand in the Dark and Other Poems, 1913)
- “Patience gives out. The poor worm turns at last.” (Poem, “The Mob,” Unspoken Thoughts, 1887)
- “But they are at peace. Never to weary more, nor suffer sorrow,—Their strife all over, and their work all done.” (Poem, “All-Saints’ Day (1868),” Echoes, 1869)
- “There will be many little gusts of temper, little clouds of misunderstanding, disappointments, and bereavements, and sickness of mind and body; but with all this, they will find their lot so blessed, by reason of the mutual love and sympathy.” (Novel, The Three Miss Kings, 1891)
- “When the investing darkness growls, And deep reverberates to deep; When keyhole whines and chimney howls, And all the roofs and windows weep.” (Poem, “At Sea,” The Manor House and Other Poems, 1875)
- “Good-bye! — ’tis like a churchyard bell — good-bye! Poor weeping eyes! Poor head, bowed down with woe!” (Poem, “Fallen,” Unspoken Thoughts, 1887)
- “All the wild waves rock’d in shadow, And the world was dim and grey, Dark and silent, hush’d and breathless, Waiting calmly for the day.” (Poem, “The Dawn,” The Manor House and Other Poems, 1875)
- “Those anguished voices in the air! Oh, I could shriek and tear my hair In rage, rebellion and despair.” (Poem, “Craven-Heart,” Unspoken Thoughts, 1887)
- “NUMB, half asleep, and dazed with whirl of wheels, And gasp of steam, and measured clank of chains, I heard a blithe voice break a sudden pause.” (Poem, “A Dream of Venice,” The Manor House and Other Poems, 1875)
- “Earth, outward tuning on her path in space This pensive southern face, Swathing its smile and shine In that soft veil that day and darkness twine.” (Poem, “Nightfall,” Atlantic Monthly, 1922)
Ada Cambridge’s quotes are a lyrical tapestry of passion, resilience, and social conscience, inspiring us to embrace life’s beauty and fight for justice with unwavering heart. Which quote stirs your soul? Share it below and keep Cambridge’s poetic legacy alive!
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