Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

I have done my fiddling so long under Vesuvius that I have almost forgotten to play, and can only wait for the eruption and think it long of coming. Literally no man has more wholly outlived life than I. And still it's good fun.

I have done my fiddling so long under Vesuvius that I have a

Summary

This quote reflects a sense of resignation and anticipation from the speaker. They have been living in the shadow of danger (represented by Vesuvius) for so long, that they have lost their passion for life (symbolized by playing the fiddle). The speaker expresses a feeling of having outlived others, having experienced so much, yet they still find a strange enjoyment in waiting for the proverbial eruption, for the uncertain but thrilling moments that may come. Despite feeling detached, they acknowledge the lingering pleasure in this state of anticipation.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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