At no time are we ever in such complete possession of a journey, down to its last nook and cranny, as when we are busy with preparations for it.
Meaning of the quote
When we are getting ready for a trip, we feel like we have full control over the entire journey, even the smallest details. We feel like we know exactly what to expect and everything is planned out. But once the trip actually starts, it becomes harder to have that same level of understanding and preparation.
About Yukio Mishima
Yukio Mishima was a renowned Japanese author, poet, and playwright who was considered for the Nobel Prize in Literature five times in the 1960s. He was known for his right-wing political views and nationalist beliefs, leading him to form the Tatenokai militia and ultimately commit seppuku in 1970 after a failed attempt to inspire the Japan Self-Defense Forces to overthrow the constitution.
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Japanese author (1925-1970)