Quote by Yann Martel

The reason death sticks so closely to life isn't biological necessity- its envy. Life is so beautiful that death has fallen in love with it, a jealous, possessive love that grabs at what it can.

The reason death sticks so closely to life isn't biological

Summary

This quote suggests that death's association with life is not solely due to biological factors, but rather a result of envy. It implies that life is incredibly precious and captivating, making death develop feelings of jealousy and possessiveness towards it. Death longs for the beauty and vibrancy of life, attempting to seize and hold onto whatever it can. In essence, it portrays death's desire for the qualities and experiences that make life so desirable.

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