Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

A novelist is, like all mortals, more fully at home on the surface of the present than in the ooze of the past.

A novelist is, like all mortals, more fully at home on the s

Summary

This quote suggests that a novelist finds greater comfort and understanding in the contemporary world, rather than indulging too deeply in the complexities and mysteries of history. As mere mortals, writers are better equipped to explore and portray the superficial aspects of the present rather than getting lost in the depths of the past. In doing so, they can capture the essence of the times they live in more effectively, presenting a more relatable and recognizable narrative for modern readers.

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By Vladimir Nabokov

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