“But if the gods do not exist at all - then we are lost,' I said. On the contrary - we are found!' said Aesop. But when we are afraid, who can we turn to, if not the gods?' Ourselves. We turn to ourselves anyway. We only pretend there are gods and that they care about us. It is a comforting falsehood.”
Quote by Erica Jong
Work
Sappho's Leap: A Novel
This novel delves into the life and works of Sappho, an influential figure in ancient Greek literature, through a fictional narrative that intertwines historical events with poetic expression. more
Author
Erica Jong
Erica Jong is a renowned American author, born on March 26, 1942. Her works, focusing on female perspectives and sexual liberation, have gained widespread popularity. Her representative works include 'How to Be a Woman'. more
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