“I witness with pleasure the supreme achievement of memory, which is the masterly use it makes of innate harmonies when gathering to its fold the suspended and wandering tonalities of the past.”
Quote by Vladimir Nabokov
Work
Novels and Memoirs, 1941-1951
This book is a compilation of various novels and memoirs released during the specified time period, showcasing a range of literary works from that era. more
Author
Vladimir Nabokov
Russian-born American novelist, best known for his novel 'Lolita'. Nabokov is renowned for his unique literary style and profound use of language and symbolism. more
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