“Our only health is the disease
If we obey the dying nurse
Whose constant care is not to please
But to remind of our, and Adam's curse,
And that, to be restored, our sickness must grow worse.
The whole earth is our hospital
Endowed by the ruined millionaire,
Wherein, if we do well, we shall
Die of the absolute paternal care
That will not leave us, but prevents us everywhere.
The chill ascends from feet to knees,
The fever sings in mental wires.
If to be warmed, then I must freeze
And quake in frigid purgatorial fires
Of which the flame is roses, and the smoke is briars. - (from 'East Coker')”
Quote by T. S. Eliot
Four QuartetsT.S. Eliot's Four Quartets is a profound and complex work that delves into the nature of existence, the passage of time, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. The collection consists of four poems: 'Burnt Norton,' 'East Coker,' 'The Dry Salvages,' and 'Little Gidding.' These poems are known for their rich symbolism, philosophical depth, and musicality, making them a cornerstone of modern poetry. more
T. S. EliotT. S. Eliot, a British playwright and poet, was born on September 26, 1888, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, and died on January 4, 1965, in London, England. His works are known for their profound philosophical thoughts and unique poetic style, making him one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. more