Quote by Gerard De Nerval

The first moments of sleep are an image of death; a hazy torpor grips our thoughts and it becomes impossible for us to determine the exact instant when the I, under another form, continues the task of existence.

The first moments of sleep are an image of death; a hazy tor

Summary

This quote suggests that the initial stage of falling asleep resembles the state of death. During this period, our thoughts become foggy, and we cannot precisely discern when our sense of self transitions into a new form to continue existing. It highlights the mysterious nature of sleep and how it blurs the boundaries between life and death.

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By Gerard De Nerval

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