“I believe in such cartography – to be marked by nature, not just label ourselves on a map like the names of rich men and women on buildings. We are communal histories, communal books. ... All I desired was to walk upon such an earth that had no maps.”
Quote by Michael Ondaatje
Work
The English Patient: A Novel
This novel delves into the complex lives of several individuals during the war, intertwining their stories with the enigmatic figure of the English Patient. The narrative unfolds as each character reveals their past, revealing a tapestry of secrets and desires. The setting, a war-torn landscape, serves as a backdrop for the exploration of profound themes of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. more
Author
Michael Ondaatje
Michael Ondaatje, born on September 12, 1943, is a renowned Canadian novelist. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound emotional expression, with notable titles including 'In the Skin of a Lion' and 'The English Patient'. more
You May Also Like
Source: The plays and poems of William Shakspeare, with the corrections and illustr. of various commentators; to which are added An essay on the chronological order of his plays; an essay relative to Shakspeare and Jonson; a dissertation on the three parts of King Henry vi; an historical account of the English stage; and notes. By E. Malone. 10 vols. [in 11 pt.].
Source: Narrative and Legendary Poems, Complete Volume I., the Works of Whittier
“Life is like a moustache. It can be wonderful or terrible. But it always tickles.”
Source: Tonight and Always
“When we grow up, we lose the talent for loving without restrictions.”
Source: Tonight and Always
“Because you believed I was capable of behaving decently, I did.”
Source: The Devil and Miss Prym: A Novel of Temptation