“There's an inherent limit to the stress that any material can bear. Water has its boiling point, metals their melting points. The elements of the spirit behave the same way. Happiness can reach a pitch so great that any further happiness can't be felt. Pain, despair, humiliation, disgust, and fear are no different. Once the vessel is full, the world can't add to it.”
This book is a historical fiction set in the late 19th century, focusing on the story of a young woman named Fanny, who works in a post office in London. The narrative delves into the challenges and triumphs she faces in her personal and professional life, providing a glimpse into the social dynamics of the era. more
Stefan Zweig, born on November 28, 1881 in Vienna, was an Austrian novelist, playwright, and biographer. Known for his profound psychological insights and unique narrative style, he is a significant figure in European literature at the beginning of the 20th century. more
“Only ambition is fired by the coincidences of success and easy accomplishment.”
“For the more a man limits himself, the nearer he is on the other hand to what is limitless.”
“The dressmaker doesn't have problems unless the dress has to hide rather than reveal.”