Big Sur by Jack Kerouac
This novel is directly based on Kerouac’s own experiences in Big Sur, where he went to escape the fast-paced lifestyle of the city. Protagonist Jack Duluoz doesn’t enjoy being in the limelight, and is able to find peace—however temporarily—in this mountainous, coastal region.
From the book: “On soft Spring nights I’ll stand in the yard under the stars — Something good will come out of all things yet — And it will be golden and eternal just like that — There’s no need to say another word.”
My extension: "The wind soared around me — Bug's hovering over my skin ever so slighty — My mind instantly afloats recapping all life events — I'm consent, and still with all around me."
