“The only truly intersting side of the matter was the intimate design of the injury, the fact that it was so penetrating, custom-made exactly to your measure. It's fascinating that hatred should be so personal as to be almost loving. The knife and the wound aching for each other.”
Herzog is a profound and introspective novel that delves into the psyche of its protagonist, Herzog, as he grapples with a series of personal and philosophical dilemmas. The narrative is characterized by its stream-of-consciousness style, offering readers a glimpse into the intricate workings of the human mind and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. more
Saul Bellow, born on June 10, 1915, in Canada, was an American Jewish writer. His works are known for their profound psychological insights and unique sense of humor. Bellow won the Nobel Prize in Literature. His representative works include 'Herzog', 'The Adventures of Augie March', and 'Henderson the Rain King'. more
“To tell the truth I never had it so good. But I lacked the strength of character to bear such joy.”
“As long as you persecute people, you will actually throw up terrorism.”
“The boxing game has been good, so we need to give back. We have to teach young men how to be men.”
“Since I was a boy of five or six, I had it in my mind I would be a world boxing champion.”