Tenderness rounds out true triumph, gentleness lubricates genuine liberation: emotions that are not diagnostic of glory or passion in dreams.
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The quote from Vladimir Nabokov's "Ada, or Ardor: A Family Chronicle" emphasizes the importance of tenderness and gentleness in achieving true triumph and liberation. It suggests that these emotions are profound yet subtle, serving as essential elements that enrich our experiences rather than merely enhancing our ambitions or passionate pursuits. They are qualities that elevate personal victories beyond mere accolades.
Nabokov indicates that glory and passion are often misconceived as the...
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