“Once I lived in time as a fish in water, breathing it, drinking it, sustained by it. Now I kill time and time kills me.”
Quote by J. M. Coetzee
Work
Doubling the Point: Essays and Interviews
This book is a compilation of essays and interviews that delve into a range of subjects, offering readers a diverse array of viewpoints and discussions. more
Author
J. M. Coetzee
J.M. Coetzee is a South African-born Australian novelist known for his profound psychological insights and critical exploration of South Africa's apartheid history. His works have won numerous literary awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature. more
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