Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

I hastened to quench a thirst that had been burning a hole in the mixed metaphor of my life ever since I had fondled a quite different Dolly thirteen years earlier.

I hastened to quench a thirst that had been burning a hole i

Summary

This quote humorously depicts the speaker's urgency to satisfy a long-lasting desire or craving that has been causing turmoil in their life. The use of a mixed metaphor adds to the comical effect, suggesting that the speaker's life has been muddled by this intense longing. The reference to "fondling a quite different Dolly" hints at an earlier experience which may have sparked a similar passion. Overall, the quote captures the speaker's determination to finally relieve their thirst, showcasing their impatience to find solace and resolution.

By Vladimir Nabokov

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