Quote by Elias Canetti

The process of writing has something infinite about it. Even though it is interrupted each night, it is one single notation.

The process of writing has something infinite about it. Even

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of writing is boundless and continuous, despite being interrupted by the writer's need for sleep each night. It implies that the act of writing is a cohesive and unified whole, represented by a single "notation" or passage. The quote highlights the enduring nature of writing, where the writer's ideas and thoughts transcend time and are seamlessly connected, hinting at the timeless and infinite quality of the writing process.

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By Elias Canetti

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