Quote by Albert Camus

Sometimes, from beyond the skycrapers, the cry of a tugboat finds you in your insomnia, and you remember that this desert of iron and cement is an island.

Sometimes, from beyond the skycrapers, the cry of a tugboat

Summary

This quote reflects on the human experience of feeling isolated and disconnected in the midst of an urban environment. The cry of a distant tugboat serves as a reminder that amidst the towering buildings and the hustle and bustle of city life, we are still surrounded by the vastness of nature, the ocean, and the possibility of something greater beyond our immediate surroundings. It captures a sense of longing for a connection to something more organic, and implicitly encourages us to not lose sight of the natural world amidst the man-made structures that dominate our modern lives.

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New York City

By Albert Camus

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