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Quote by Alfred Jarry

“Duration is the transformation of a succession into a reversion. In other words: THE BECOMING OF A MEMORY.”

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The Selected works of Alfred Jarry is a compilation of the author's most significant writings, including his plays, poetry, and essays, reflecting his innovative approach to literature and his influence on modernist movements. more

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Alfred Jarry

Alfred Jarry was a French writer born on September 8, 1873, and died on November 1, 1907. He was an important pioneer of symbolism and surrealism in literature, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. more

“It is because the public are a mass inert, obtuse, and passive that they need to be shaken up from time to time so that we can tell from their bear-like grunts where they are and also where they stand. They are pretty harmless, in spite of their numbers, because they are fighting against intelligence.”

Needs Fighting Numbers Psychology Bears Mass Spite Passive Grunt

Book:Ubu Roi

Source: Ubu Roi

“To keep up even a worthwhile tradition means vitiating the idea behind it which must necessarily be in a constant state of evolution: it is mad to try to express new feelings in a mummified form.”

Trying Mean Ideas States Feelings Form Behinds Evolution Tradition Mad Constant Worthwhile New Feelings

Book:Selected works of Alfred Jarry

Source: Selected works of Alfred Jarry

“The applause of silence. is the only kind that counts.”

Kind Silence Silence Is Applause

Book:Selected works of Alfred Jarry

Source: Selected works of Alfred Jarry