The weight of guilt can crush the human soul from "summary" of Darkness at Noon by Arthur Koestler
In the depths of darkness, Rubashov grapples with the heavy burden of guilt that weighs upon his soul. The realization of his past actions and their consequences haunts him, suffocating him with an overwhelming sense of remorse. Every decision, every betrayal, every compromise, echoes in his mind like a relentless drumbeat, driving him to the brink of despair. As he reflects on his involvement in the Party's ruthless pursuit of power, Rubashov is consumed by a profound sense of shame. The ideals he once fervently believed in now appear distorted and tarnished, leaving him adrift in a sea of moral ambiguity. The weight of his guilt is crushing, threatening to engulf him in a maelstrom of self-loathing and regret. Despite his attempts to rationalize his actions, Rubashov cannot escape the inescapable truth of his betrayal. Each rationalization crumbles under the weight of his conscience, leaving him exposed and vulnerable to the ha...
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