“Living is one constant and perpetual instant when the arras-veil before what-is-to-be hangs docile and even glad to the lightest naked thrust if we had dared, were brave enough (not wise enough: no wisdom needed here) to make the rending gash.”
William Faulkner's novel delves into the psychological and moral complexities of a Southern family, with a focus on the enigmatic and tragic character of Thomas Sutpen. more
William Faulkner, an American writer born on September 25, 1897, and died on July 6, 1962. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound descriptions of Southern society and history, Faulkner is considered one of the great novelists of the 20th century. more
“Love in the young requires as little of hope as of desire to feed upon.”
“La raison du plus fort est toujours la meilleure. The reason of the strongest is always the best.”
“Le mensonge et les vers de tout temps sont amis. Lies and literature have always been friends.”
“Le geai pare des plumes du paon. A bluejay in peacock feathers.”
“Revenge, the attribute of gods! They stamped it with their great image on our natures.”