Quote by Honore de Balzac

Suicide, moreover, was at the time in vogue in Paris: what more suitable key to the mystery of life for a skeptical society?

Suicide, moreover, was at the time in vogue in Paris: what m

Summary

This quote suggests that suicide was seen as a popular and trendy option among the people in Paris during a specific period. It implies that suicide served as a way for the skeptical and disillusioned society to make sense of the complexities of life. It implies that by choosing to end their own lives, individuals felt they were discovering some hidden truth or solution to the enigma of existence. This quote highlights the societal fascination with suicide and possibly suggests that it was viewed as a rebellious response to a world lacking certainty and meaning.

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By Honore de Balzac

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