“Talk about it only enough to do it. Dream about it only enough to feel it. Think about it only enough to understand it. Contemplate it only enough to be it.”
Quote by Jean Toomer
Work
The Wayward and the Seeking: A Collection of Writings by Jean Toomer
This collection features poetry and prose by Jean Toomer, delving into the complexities of identity, the African American experience, and the human condition. Toomer's work is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and its exploration of racial and social issues. more
Author
Jean Toomer
Jean Toomer was an American poet, born on December 26, 1894, and died on March 30, 1967. His works are known for their concise language and profound emotion, and he is considered an important figure of the Harlem Renaissance. more
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