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“As the poet has expected, the alarms now are sounded, for - and it must be said again - the birth of a poet is always a threat to the existing cultural order, because he attempts to break through the circle of literary castes to reach the center.”

Quote by Salvatore Quasimodo

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Salvatore Quasimodo

Salvatore Quasimodo was an Italian poet, born on August 20, 1901, in Sicily, Italy. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound emotional expression, making him one of the most important representatives of Italian literature in the 20th century. Quasimodo's work was deeply influenced by symbolism and surrealism, and his poetry is characterized by its beautiful language and rich symbolism. more

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