Chapter 3 introduction

Don't misunderstand me, Nathanael, I did not give this book a vulgar title by accident; it might well be called Menalque, but Menalque, like you, is not at all exist.The only possible way is to have my name printed on the cover, but how can I sign the book after it has been titled? I don't have to worry about it, and I will sign my name naturally.And in the book, I sometimes talk about the country I have never traveled, the fragrance I have never smelled, the behavior I have never done, or about you—Natanael, who I have never met. With your name these things are no more false.You, Nathanael, who are going to read my book, I don't know what your name will be at that time, so let's just call it that.

Throw this book away once you've read it, and travel—and may it inspire you to travel, wherever you go, from your city, your family, your home, and your thoughts.Don't take my book with you.If I were Menalc, I would take your right hand and lead you a distance, but your left hand is unaware.As soon as I leave the city, I will let go of your hand and say to you: Forget about me. May this book teach you to focus on yourself above this book, and on everything else above yourself.