We are a Faustian generation, my dear--we seek to know what we are maybe not designed {if we are designed} to be able to know.
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In her novel "Possession," A.S. Byatt presents a thought-provoking exploration of human ambition and the pursuit of knowledge. The quote suggests that we, as a generation, are intensely curious about our existence and purpose, perhaps to an extent that transcends our natural capabilities. This reflects a broader theme of striving for understanding amidst the complexities of life.
By comparing our quest for knowledge to the legend of Faust, the quote implies...
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