“The compensation for a death sentence is the knowledge of the exact hour when one is to die. A great luxury, but one that is well earned.”
Book:Five novels
Quote by Vladimir Nabokov
Work
Five novels
This compilation brings together five separate novels, each with its unique narrative and thematic elements. more
Author
Vladimir Nabokov
Russian-born American novelist, best known for his novel 'Lolita'. Nabokov is renowned for his unique literary style and profound use of language and symbolism. more
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