“Is that a good definition of marking the ageing watershed? That moment when you realize - quite rationally, quite unemotionally - that the world in the not-so-distant future will not contain you: that the trees you planted will continue growing but you will not be there to see them.”
Quote by William Boyd
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William Boyd
William Boyd is a British novelist known for his unique narrative skills and rich imagination. His works span a variety of genres, including historical novels, spy novels, and adventure novels. Boyd's novels are characterized by complex characters and captivating plots. more
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