“When someone you love dies, and you're not expecting it, you don't lose her all at once; you lose her in pieces over a long time—the way the mail stops coming, and her scent fades from the pillows and even from the clothes in her closet and drawers. Gradually, you accumulate the parts of her that are gone. Just when the day comes—when there's a particular missing part that overwhelms you with the feeling that she's gone, forever—there comes another day, and another specifically missing part.”
Quote by John Irving
Work
A Prayer for Owen Meany: A Novel
In this novel, John Wheelwright narrates the story of his childhood and adolescence, detailing his close friendship with Owen Meany, a boy who possesses an uncanny ability to predict events and whose religious beliefs are both intriguing and unsettling. The narrative delves into the complexities of faith and the impact of extraordinary experiences on personal growth and understanding. The story is set in the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the social and cultural context of the time. more
Author
John Irving
John Irving is an American novelist known for his intricate narrative structures and profound character development. His works often explore themes of family, love, morality, and identity, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
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