Quote by J. G. Ballard

Writing a novel is one of those modern rites of passage, I think, that lead us from an innocent world of contentment, drunkenness, and good humor, to a state of chronic edginess and the perpetual scanning of bank statements.

Writing a novel is one of those modern rites of passage, I t

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative nature of writing a novel. It suggests that embarking on such a creative endeavor takes one from a carefree and joyful existence to a state of constant anxiety and financial awareness. It implies that the process of writing a novel involves sacrificing the comfort and ease of a contented life in exchange for the pursuit of artistic expression, resulting in a heightened sense of tension and dedication.

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Humor

By J. G. Ballard

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