“Already, he was dreaming of a refined solitude, a comfortable desert, a motionless ark in which to seek refuge from the unending deluge of human stupidity.”
Book:Against the Grain
Quote by Joris-Karl Huysmans
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Against the Grain
This book delves into a variety of topics, challenging conventional wisdom and offering fresh insights into societal norms and beliefs. more
Author
Joris-Karl Huysmans
Joris-Karl Huysmans was a French novelist known for his exploration of themes such as decadence and aestheticism. His most celebrated novel, 'À la recherche du temps perdu', is regarded as a masterpiece of French literature. more
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