“Anyone can buy a car or a night on the town. Most of us shell our days like peanuts. One in a thousand can look at the world with amazement. I don't mean gawking at the Chrysler Building. I'm talking about the wing of a dragonfly. The tale of the shoeshine. Walking through an unsullied hour with an unsullied heart”
Quote by Amor Towles
Work
Rules of Civility: A Novel
In 'Rules of Civility: A Novel,' the reader is transported to the vibrant and tumultuous era of the 1930s. The story follows the life of a young woman navigating the social and cultural landscape of New York City during the Great Depression. Through her experiences, the novel delves into themes of ambition, love, and the pursuit of identity amidst the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. more
Author
Amor Towles
Amor Towles is an American author born in 1964. His works are known for their exquisite prose and profound character development, with notable titles including 'Rules of Civility' and 'A Gentleman in Moscow'. Towles' novels often set in mid-20th-century New York, exploring themes of social class, love, and moral dilemmas. more
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Source: Selected Journals and Other Writings