“One of the most beautiful passages of Rousseau is that in the sixth book of Confessions, where he describes the awakening in him of the literary sense. Of such wisdom, the poetic passion, the desire of beauty, the love of art for its own sake, has most.”
Quote by Walter Pater
Work
The Renaissance: Studies in Art and Poetry
This book delves into the cultural and artistic developments of the Renaissance, analyzing the works of artists and poets from the period. It examines the influence of the Renaissance on the subsequent evolution of art and literature. more
Author
Walter Pater
Walter Pater was a British essayist, critic, and poet, known for his influential literary criticism and contributions to the Aesthetic Movement. Born on August 4, 1839, and died on July 30, 1894, Pater's work had a significant impact on the development of modern literary theory and the appreciation of art and literature. more
You May Also Like
“It is reality that awakens possibilities, and nothing would be more perverse than to deny it.”
Source: The Man Without Qualities: Picador Classic