Quote by Peter Greenaway

The major sweep of this book's living is too often marred by qualifying. It is hedged about with ifs and buts and if onlys and howevers, excuses for a life that is about to shut its covers for the last time and then crumple into dust in an unseen and never-to-be-remembered library.

The major sweep of this book's living is too often marred by

Summary

This quote emphasizes the tendency of individuals to constantly make excuses or consider alternative scenarios instead of fully immersing themselves in the experiences and opportunities presented by life. By constantly qualifying and hesitating, one can miss out on the full richness and potential of their existence. The quote allegorically compares life to a book that is nearing its end, highlighting the fleeting nature of human existence and the importance of seizing the moment rather than constantly looking back with regret.

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By Peter Greenaway

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