“Of them all, it was the true love. Of them all, it was the best. That other sumptuous love which made one drunk, which one longed for, envied, believed in, that was not life. It was what life was seeking; it was a suspension of life. But to be close to a child, for whom one spent everything, whose life was protected and nourished by one's own, to have that child beside one, at peace, was the real, the deepest, the only joy.”
This book delves into the complexities of time and the vastness of space, offering a thought-provoking narrative that intertwines scientific concepts with human emotions. more
James Salter, born on June 10, 1925, was an influential American novelist known for his concise and profound writing style. His works, which cover themes such as love, war, and human nature, are considered classics of American literature. Salter's notable works include 'Last Summer' and 'Alaska'. more
“It is always an accident that saves us. It is someone we have never seen.”
“I am afraid of him, of all men who are successful in love.”
“We were moderate, we will never know what it is to spill out our lives.”
“It's just that it's hard to believe in greatness.”