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“The thought of these vast stacks of books would drive him mad: the more he read, the less he seemed to know — the greater the number of the books he read, the greater the immense uncountable number of those which he could never read would seem to be…. The thought that other books were waiting for him tore at his heart forever.”

Quote by Thomas Wolfe

Book:Of Time and the River: A Legend of Man's Hunger in His Youth

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Of Time and the River: A Legend of Man's Hunger in His Youth

This book delves into the complexities of youthful desires and the pursuit of personal growth and fulfillment. more

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Thomas Wolfe was an American novelist known for his expansive narrative style and profound psychological insights. His works, often set in the American South, explored the relationship between individuals and society, as well as the meaning of human existence. Wolfe's masterpiece, 'Look Homeward, Angel,' is considered a classic of American literature. more

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