“Those who understood, in fact, say: 'I mustn't do this, I mustn't do that,' so as not to commit some stupidity or other! Splendid! But at a certain point we realize that all life is stupidity; so tell me yourself what it means never to have done anything foolish. At the very least it means you have never lived.”
Quote by Luigi Pirandello
Work
The late Mattia Pascal
The story revolves around the mysterious and enigmatic Mattia Pascal, whose life is marked by a series of transformations and revelations about his true identity. more
Author
Luigi Pirandello
Luigi Pirandello, born on June 28, 1867, and died on December 10, 1936, was an Italian dramatist. His works are known for their unique style and profound philosophical insights, profoundly influencing 20th-century drama. more
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