“The poet's other readers are the ancient poets, who look upon the freshly written pages from an incorruptible distance. Their poetic forms are permanent, and it is difficult to create new forms which can approach them.”
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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