“But knowledge does not protect one. Life is contemptuous of knowledge; it forces it to sit in the anterooms, to wait outside. Passion, energy, lies: these are what life admires. Still, anything can be endured if all humanity is watching. The martyrs prove it. We live in the attention of others. We turn to it as flowers to the sun.”
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
“We were moderate, we will never know what it is to spill out our lives.”
“It's just that it's hard to believe in greatness.”
“ONE OF THE LAST GREAT REALIZATIONS is that life will not be what you dreamed.”
“You’re so American. You believe everything is possible, everything will come. I know differently.”
“Not necessarily narrow so much as impatient, intense.”