Anaïs Nin (1903–1977) writer of novels, short stories, and erotica
Winter, 1931-1932
Diary entries (1914 - 1974)
Source: The Diary of Anaïs Nin, Vol. 1: 1931-1934
“I am in accord with the surrealists, searching for the marvelous.”
Winter, 1931-1932
Diary entries (1914 - 1974)
Context: Ordinary life does not interest me. I seek only the high moments. I am in accord with the surrealists, searching for the marvelous.
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