In the novel "Herzog" by Saul Bellow, the protagonist, Herzog, discovers a bouquet of violets that seem to have been dropped by a woman, possibly a bride. This fleeting encounter with the flowers evokes strong emotions in Herzong, as they remind him of sadness and the tears of women, indicating a deep sense of loss and longing for connection.
Concerned that these violets may symbolize disappointment, he decides to dispose of...