Quote by J.K. Rowling

Every second he breathed, the smell of the grass, the cool air on his face, was so precious: To think that people had years and years, time to waste, so much time it dragged, and he was clinging to each second.

Every second he breathed, the smell of the grass, the cool a

Summary

This quote reflects the protagonist's deep appreciation for every passing moment he experiences. He contrasts his own immediate understanding of life's fleeting nature with the notion that others have an abundance of time. It emphasizes the preciousness of simple sensory experiences, such as the scent of grass and the sensation of cool air on one's face. The quote conveys the protagonist's perception of time as a limited resource, leading him to cling to each passing second rather than complacently wasting it like others seemingly do.

Topics

Deception/lying

By J.K. Rowling

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