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“And if the City falls and one survives he shall carry the City within on the roads of exile he shall be the City”

Quote by Zbigniew Herbert

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Zbigniew Herbert

Zbigniew Herbert was a distinguished Polish poet, essayist, and translator, born on October 29, 1924, in Lwów (now Lviv, Ukraine). He is considered one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Polish literature. Known for his philosophical poetry, social commentary, and lyrical beauty, Herbert's work delves into themes of freedom, human dignity, and the complexities of the individual in society. He passed away on July 28, 1998. more

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