“When the shadow of the sash appeared on the curtains it was between seven and eight oclock and then I was in time again, hearing the watch. It was Grandfather's and when father gave it to me he said I give you the mausoleum of all hope and desire; it's rather excrutiating-ly apt that you will use it to gain the reducto absurdum of all of all human experience which can fit your individual needs no better than it fitted his and his father's. I give it to you not that you may remember time, but that you might forget it now and then for a moment and not spend all your trying to conquer it. Because no battle is ever won he said. They are not even fought. The field only reveals to man his own folly and despair, and victory is an illusion of philosophers and fools.”
Quote by William Faulkner
Work
William Faulkner's 'The Sound and the Fury' is a complex and challenging narrative that delves into the lives of the Compson family. The story is told through the perspectives of several characters, each with their own voice and narrative style, and spans several decades. The novel is renowned for its innovative narrative structure, which includes stream-of-consciousness writing and non-linear timelines. It is considered a classic of American literature, known for its exploration of the human psyche and the impact of historical and social forces on individual lives. more
Author
William Faulkner, an American writer born on September 25, 1897, and died on July 6, 1962. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound descriptions of Southern society and history, Faulkner is considered one of the great novelists of the 20th century. more
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