Quote by Cesare Pavese

Literature is a defense against the attacks of life. It says to life: You can't deceive me. I know your habits, foresee and enjoy watching all your reactions, and steal your secret by involving you in cunning obstructions that halt your normal flow.

Literature is a defense against the attacks of life. It says

Summary

This quote suggests that literature acts as a shield against the challenges and hardships of life. It symbolizes the ability of literature to expose life's true nature and prevent it from deceiving us. By immersing ourselves in literature, we gain insight into life's patterns, anticipate its reactions, and extract its hidden truths through clever obstacles that disrupt its usual course. In this way, literature empowers us to better understand and navigate the complexities of existence.

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By Cesare Pavese

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