“To be a pessimist is to see everything tragically, an attitude that's both excessive and uncomfortable. While it's true that we ascribe no value to the work we produce and that we produce it to keep busy, we're not like the prisoner who busily weaves straw to forget about his fate; we're like the girl who embroiders pillows for no other reason than to keep busy.”
Quote by Fernando Pessoa
Work
The Book of Disquiet: The Complete Edition
The Book of Disquiet is a seminal work by Portuguese poet and writer Fernando Pessoa, featuring a series of personal and philosophical essays, letters, and poems. It is considered a cornerstone of modernist literature, offering a deep and introspective look into the author's thoughts and experiences. more
Author
Fernando Pessoa
Portuguese poet known for his unique narrative style and rich inner world. Fernando Pessoa is considered one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, and his works are still widely studied and discussed today. more
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