“Our house was outside the city, off one of the blacktop roads. We had us a big dog that my daddy would keep on a chain in the front yard. A big part German shepherd. I hated that chain but we didn’t have a fence, we were right off the road there. That dog hated that chain. But he had dignity. What he’d do, he’d never go out to the length of that chain. He’d never even go out to where that chain got tight. Even if a mailman pulled up, or a salesman. Out of dignity, this dog pretended like he chose this one area to stay in that just happened to be inside the length of the chain. He just up and made it not relevant. Maybe he wasn’t pretending—maybe he really up and chose that little circle for his own world. He had a power to him. All his life on that chain. I loved that damned dog.”
Quote by David Foster Wallace
Book:The Pale King
Work
The Pale King
The story is narrated by an IRS agent named David Foster Wallace, who delves into the intricate details of his work and the lives of his colleagues. The novel is known for its complex structure and philosophical musings, offering a unique perspective on the American workplace and the nature of reality. more
Author
David Foster Wallace
American novelist known for his unique literary style and profound insights into modern life. His works include 'Infinite Jest' and 'The Broom of the System'. more
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