Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I have an immense appetite for solitude, like an infant for sleep, and if I don't get enough for this year, I shall cry all the next.

I have an immense appetite for solitude, like an infant for

Summary

This quote expresses the intense need for solitude in one's life. The comparison to an infant's need for sleep highlights the craving for solitude as a basic necessity rather than a luxury. The speaker suggests that without enough solitude, they will experience emotional distress comparable to a constant yearning or crying. It emphasizes the significance of personal space and the detrimental effects of lacking quality time alone.

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