Quote by Philip Roth

You tasted it. Isn't that enough? Of what do you ever get more than a taste? That's all we're given in life, that's all we're given of life. A taste. There is no more.

You tasted it. Isn't that enough? Of what do you ever get mo

Summary

This quote reflects on the transience and limitation of life experiences. It emphasizes that in life, all we are given is a mere taste, a fleeting glimpse, and we never truly possess or have more than that. It suggests that we should find contentment in the small moments we have to embrace and appreciate because that is the extent of what life offers us. Ultimately, the quote encourages acceptance of life's brevity and the need to find fulfillment in the limited experiences that come our way.

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By Philip Roth

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