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Exploring the interplay between wit and wisdom, this work delves into the life and thoughts of an aphorist who grapples with their own vulnerabilities. It examines how personal struggles shape the creation of insightful and poignant sayings. Through a blend of reflection and commentary, the narrative highlights the relationship between the aphorist's experiences and the profound truths they articulate, suggesting that true insight often emerges from hardship.
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The Dreaming Swimmer, Clive James
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- The Dreaming Swimmer
- Subtitle
- Non-fiction 1987-1992
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Clive James
- Publisher
- Picador
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 226
- ISBN13
- 9781447271468
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- Exploring the interplay between wit and wisdom, this work delves into the life and thoughts of an aphorist who grapples with their own vulnerabilities. It examines how personal struggles shape the creation of insightful and poignant sayings. Through a blend of reflection and commentary, the narrative highlights the relationship between the aphorist's experiences and the profound truths they articulate, suggesting that true insight often emerges from hardship.