Quote by Albert Camus

Manhattan. Sometimes from beyond the skyscrapers, across of thousands of high walls, the cry of a tugboat finds you in your insomnia in the middle of the night, and you remember that this desert of iron and cement is an island.

Manhattan. Sometimes from beyond the skyscrapers, across of

Summary

This quote encapsulates the juxtaposition present in Manhattan, New York. It suggests that amidst the towering skyscrapers and urban chaos, there are moments that remind us of the island's inherent isolation. The cry of a distant tugboat penetrates the sleepless nights, emphasizing the underlying reality of Manhattan's existence as a confined space, surrounded by water and separated from the mainland. It serves as a poetic reminder that even within the bustling metropolis, nature can still permeate and elicit a sense of solitude.

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By Albert Camus

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