“She formed her life day by day, taking as its materials the emptiness and panic as well as the rushes, like fever, of contentment. I am beyond fear of solitude, she thought, I am past it. The idea thrilled her. I am beyond it and I will not sink. This submission, this triumph made her stronger. It was as if finally, after having passed through inferior stages, her life had found a form worthy of it.”
This book delves into the complexities of time and the vastness of space, offering a thought-provoking narrative that intertwines scientific concepts with human emotions. more
James Salter, born on June 10, 1925, was an influential American novelist known for his concise and profound writing style. His works, which cover themes such as love, war, and human nature, are considered classics of American literature. Salter's notable works include 'Last Summer' and 'Alaska'. more
“my heart, sometimes singing in the afternoon, the most haunting song of solitude”
“歳月をかければ、人はそういう海色に染まった孤独な眼球を獲得することができる。”
“Aloneness exaggerates our emotions and sensitivity.”