“Silence, that inspired dealer, takes the day's deck, the life, all in a crazy heap, lays it out, and plays its flawless hand of solitaire, every card in place. Scoops them up, and does it all over again.”
Book:Virgin Time
Quote by Patricia Hampl
Work
Virgin Time
In this reflective work, the author recounts a pilgrimage to various religious and meditative destinations, including a monastery in the Italian Alps and other sites associated with stillness and prayer. The narrative weaves together observations of place, encounters with monks and seekers, and an internal examination of the desire for silence and connection beyond the distractions of modern life. The book offers a nuanced look at the tension between doubt and faith, and the quest for a more centered existence. more
Author
Patricia Hampl
Patricia Hampl is a renowned American memoirist, born on March 12, 1946. Her works are known for their profound personal perspective and exploration of memory, which have won her a wide readership. more
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