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Angel Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

“I'm thinking of aurochs and angels, the secret of durable pigments, prophetic sonnets, the refuge of art, And this is the only immortality that you and I may share, my Lolita.” quote by Vladimir Nabokov
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““I'm thinking of aurochs and angels, the secret of durable pigments, prophetic sonnets, the refuge of art, And this is the only immortality that you and I may share, my Lolita.””

Vladimir Nabokov

About This Quote

Source Novel: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov, 1955

The speaker links art, poetry, and a shared sense of immortality through a beloved, using metaphorical images of ancient beasts and celestial beings.

In simple terms: Art and love give lasting meaning.

Key Takeaway

Cherish shared creative moments.

Themes

art immortality love

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • reading literature
  • discussing poetry
  • creating art
  • reflecting on legacy

Key Concepts

metaphor shared experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does art create lasting bonds?
  • What does immortality mean to you?
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