“This proves that great lyric poetry can die, be reborn, die again, but will always remain one of the most outstanding creations of the human soul.”
— Eugenio Montale
Author: Eugenio Montale
Category: poetry
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Happiness, for you we walk on a
“Happiness, for you we walk on a knife edge. To the eyes you are a flickering light, to the feet, thin ice that cracks; and so may no one touch you who loves you.”
— Eugenio Montale
Author: Eugenio Montale
Category: happiness
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There is also poetry written to be
“There is also poetry written to be shouted in a square in front of an enthusiastic crowd. This occurs especially in countries where authoritarian regimes are in power.”
— Eugenio Montale
Author: Eugenio Montale
Category: poetry
Tags: poetry, Eugenio Montale