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“I was at peace with a world which afforded so much bounty, and began to enjoy living at the very end of time.” quote by Peter Ackroyd
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““I was at peace with a world which afforded so much bounty, and began to enjoy living at the very end of time.””

Peter Ackroyd

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Finding peace in a world of abundance can lead to contentment even as time ends.

In simple terms: Peace comes from appreciating abundance.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate gratitude for what you have.

Themes

gratitude peace existentialism

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • retirement planning
  • end‑of‑life reflections
  • daily gratitude practice

Key Concepts

philosophy literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “the very end of time” mean to you?
  • How do you sustain peace amid change?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on material bounty may ignore deeper needs.

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