A Fragment of Life by Arthur Machen, Fiction, Classics, Literary, Fantasy

Set against a backdrop of oppressive heat and a misty urban landscape, the story follows Darnell, who navigates a surreal existence. He perceives a world shrouded in grey, mistaking death for life and madness for sanity. Despite being a City clerk in Shepherd's Bush, he is oblivious to the deeper mysteries and glories of his true heritage, suggesting themes of identity, perception, and the struggle between reality and illusion. Darnell's journey reflects a haunting exploration of self-awareness and the nature of existence.