He had been walking these roads, he thought, all his life.
In "Atonement" by Ian McEwan, the protagonist reflects on a profound sense of familiarity with the roads he has been walking. This experience evokes a feeling of nostalgia and the weight of memories that accompany each step. The phrase suggests a deep connection to the past, emphasizing how one's journey is marked by the decisions and events that have shaped their life narrative.
The moment highlights the theme of introspection that...