Quote by Georges Duhamel

The swimmer adrift on the open seas measures his strength, and strives with all his muscles to keep himself afloat. But what is he to do when there is no land on the horizon, and none beyond it?

The swimmer adrift on the open seas measures his strength, a

Summary

This quote reflects a sense of desperation and hopelessness when faced with a seemingly never-ending struggle or challenge. It implies that the swimmer has exhausted all efforts to stay afloat, but is faced with a vast expanse of water and an uncertain future. It raises questions about the limits of human resilience and the overwhelming nature of circumstances that offer no clear solution or escape.

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Strength

By Georges Duhamel

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