“Astonishingly, at some point, a sputtering torch was thrust into her hands. Alma did not see who gave it to her. She had never before been entrusted with fire. The torch spit sparks and sent chunks of flaming tar spinning into the air behind her as she bolted across the cosmos-the only body in the heavens who was not held to a strict elliptical path. Nobody stopped her. She was a comet. She did not know that she was not flying.”
Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert
Work
The Signature of All Things
This book is a sweeping historical narrative that follows the life of a young woman named Alma Whittaker, who becomes a renowned botanist. It intertwines her personal journey with the scientific discoveries of her time, offering a rich tapestry of historical and philosophical insights. more
Author
Elizabeth Gilbert
Elizabeth Gilbert is an American author renowned for her best-selling novel 'Eat, Pray, Love'. Born on July 18, 1969, she has achieved widespread acclaim for her compelling storytelling and personal narratives. Gilbert's writing frequently delves into themes of self-discovery and transformation. more
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