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Quote by William Golding

“We're all mad, the whole damned race. We're wrapped in illusions, delusions, confusions about the penetrability of partitions, we're all mad and in solitary confinement.”

Quote by William Golding

Book:DARKNESS VISIBLE

Work

DARKNESS VISIBLE

This book delves into the complexities of perception and the unseen aspects of human life, offering a rich narrative that challenges the reader's understanding of visibility and invisibility. more

Author

William Golding

William Golding was an English novelist, best known for his novel 'Lord of the Flies'. His works often explore themes of human nature, morality, and civilization. more

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