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Stephen Crane was a prominent American author of the late 19th century, known for his realistic style and profound portrayals of war and poverty. His most famous work, 'The Red Badge of Courage,' is considered one of the greatest war novels in American literary history.

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“A Man Said to the Universe A man said to the universe: “Sir, I exist!” “However,” replied the universe, “The fact has not created in me A sense of obligation.”

Poetry Purpose Universe Existence Meaning

Book:War Is Kind and Other Poems

Source: War Is Kind and Other Poems

“It is perhaps, plausible that a man in this situation, impressed with the unconcern of the universe, should see the innumerable flaws of his life and have them taste wickedly in his mind and wish for another chance.”

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Book:Open Boat

Source: Open Boat

“A little man said to the Universe. "Sir! I exist." The Universe replied: "That's fine." Just don't think it creates any obligation on my part.”

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“When it occurs to a man that nature does not regard him as important, and that she feels she would not maim the universe by disposing of him, he at first wishes to throw bricks at the temple, and he hates deeply the fact that there are no bricks and no temples.”

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Book:The Red Badge of Courage and Other Stories

Source: The Red Badge of Courage and Other Stories

“A man said to the universe: 'Sir, I exist!' 'However,' replied the universe. 'The fact has not created in me A sense of obligation.”

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“The man had arrived at that stage of drunkenness where affection is felt for the universe.”

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Book:The Color of the Sky: A Study of Stephen Crane

Source: The Color of the Sky: A Study of Stephen Crane

“A man with a full stomach and the respect of his fellows had no business to scold about anything that he might think to be wrong in the ways of the universe, or even with the ways of society. Let the unfortunates rail; the others may play marbles.”

Thinking Men Way May Play Might Universe Fellows Stomach Marble Rail

Book:The Red Badge of Courage and Other Stories

Source: The Red Badge of Courage and Other Stories

About the Author

Born: November 1, 1871
Died: June 5, 1900
Known for: Author
Quotes: 76

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