The truth is that, from the immense spectacle of the world, each novelists retains the one adventure which enable shim to give expression to his own essential self, just as the painter sees in nature only pictures painted in his manner.

Summary

This quote suggests that every novelist, similar to a painter, finds inspiration in the vastness of the world but ultimately chooses one adventure or storyline that resonates with their own unique perspective. Each novelist grasps onto an experience or narrative that allows them to express their essential self, much like a painter only sees images in nature crafted in their own artistic style. It highlights the subjective nature of storytelling and the role of personal interpretation in the creative process of novel writing.

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