THERE WAS A MOMENT ON EARTH, improbable in retrospect and actually briefer than a moment in the span of human history, more like the blink of an eye, when it was possible to make a living solely by photographing and interviewing famous people.
In "Station Eleven" by Emily St. John Mandel, the author reflects on a fleeting period in human history when one could earn a living just by capturing images and stories of celebrities. This moment, while short-lived and almost surreal when looking back, highlights the transient nature of fame and the changing dynamics of society.
The quote emphasizes how quickly circumstances can change, drawing attention to the ephemeral nature of both celebrity...
