“Mom had just gotten back from Sydney, and she had brought me an immense, surpassingly blue butterfly, Papilio ulysses, mounted in a frame filled with cotton. I would hold it close to my face, so close I couldn't see anything but that blue. It would fill me with a feeling, a feeling I later tried to duplicate with alcohol and finally found again with Clare, a feeling of unity, oblivion, mindlessness in the best sense of the word.”
Quote by Audrey Niffenegger
Work
The Time Traveler's Wife
In this poignant and imaginative novel, the reader is drawn into the complex relationship between a man with a rare genetic disorder and the woman who loves him. The man, known as 'Hank', possesses the ability to time travel without control, often finding himself in different eras and locations. His wife, 'Clara', must navigate the emotional turmoil of her husband's unpredictable absences and the challenges of living with someone who is constantly changing. The story delves into themes of love, loss, and the human condition, offering a unique perspective on the nature of time and the resilience of the human spirit. more
Author
Audrey Niffenegger
Audrey Niffenegger is an American writer known for her unique literary style and profound emotional descriptions. Her works often explore complex interpersonal relationships and philosophical issues, with her most famous novel being 'The Time Traveler's Wife'. more
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