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“It has often been observed that the repercussion of poetic language on prose language can be considered a decisive cut of a whip.”

Quote by Eugenio Montale

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Eugenio Montale

Italian poet renowned for his profound poetic style and exquisite use of language. Montale's poetry often delves into themes of loneliness, the passage of time, and the meaning of human existence. more

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