“He had, they said, tasted in succession all the apples of the tree of knowledge, and, whether from hunger or disgust, had ended by tasting the forbidden fruit.”
Quote by Victor Hugo
Work
The Works of Victor Hugo
This compilation includes various novels, poetry, and plays written by Victor Hugo, showcasing his extensive and influential literary career. more
Author
Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo, a French romantic poet, novelist, and playwright, was born on February 26, 1802, and died on May 22, 1885. He is considered one of the greatest writers in French literary history, known for his profound humanistic concerns and rich imagination. more
You May Also Like
“Time spent in reconnaissance is seldom wasted.”
Source: While I Live: The Ellie Chronicles 1: The Ellie Chronicles
Source: The Works of Victor Hugo
“There are plenty who regard a wall behind which something is happening as a very curious thing.”
Source: The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Source: Obsession: An Alex Delaware Novel
“Many of the things you can count, don't count. Many of the things you can't count, really count.”
“Yes, my dear child, monsters are real. I happen to have one hanging in my basement.”
Source: The Monstrumologist
“Good to know that if I ever need attention all I have to do is die.”
Source: The Haunting of Hill House