Philosophical concept, the terrible paradox of self-awareness, mysterious atmosphere, eerie darkness, dimly lit old library, worn-out leather-bound books, ancient manuscripts, dusty air, faint whispering sound, solitary figure, brooding expression, deep contemplation, torn pages, broken quill, scattered ink, worn-out candle, flickering flame, intense gaze, wrinkled forehead, pale skin, tired eyes, messy brown hair, simple white shirt, black trousers, bare feet, wooden floor, cracked walls, dimly lit lantern, soft focus, shallow depth of field.