“It's no disgrace to be a private, you know. Socrates was a plain foot soldier, a hoplite.”
Book:DANGLING MAN
Quote by Saul Bellow
Work
DANGLING MAN
Dangling Man is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the internal conflicts and existential dilemmas of its protagonist during the post-World War II era in America. The story follows the life of a man who feels disconnected from society and his own identity, reflecting on his place in the world and the nature of his existence. more
Author
Saul Bellow
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
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