How can the moribund old man reason back to himself the romance, the mystery, the imminence of great things with which our old earth tingled for him in the days when he was young and well?

Summary

This quote reflects on the disillusionment of an aging individual, questioning how they can reconcile the nostalgic fervor and anticipation they once had for life's grandeur and excitement. The "moribund old man" ponders how to reawaken the sense of enchantment and possibility that accompanied their youth and vigor. It highlights the contrasting perspectives of an older person grappling with their fading enthusiasm and the vibrancy they experienced in their past, musing on the challenge of reconciling these two versions of themselves.

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