“A thinking mind is not swallowed up by what it comes to know. It reaches out to grasp something related to itself and to its present knowledge (and so knowable in some degree) but also separate from itself and from its present knowledge (not identical with these). In any act of thinking, the mind must reach across this space between known and unknown, linking one to the other but also keeping visible to difference. It is an erotic space.”
Quote by Anne Carson
Work
Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay
This essay delves into the intricate and multifaceted concept of love, examining its various expressions and the emotional landscape it traverses. more
Author
Anne Carson
Anne Carson, born on June 21, 1950, is a renowned Canadian poet. Her works are known for their unique style and profound themes, covering a range of subjects including philosophy, history, and literature. more
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