“A great emotion is too selfish ; it takes into itself all the blood of the spirit, and the congestion leaves the hands too cold to write. Three sorts of emotion produce great poetry - strong but quick emotions, seized upon for art as soon as they have passed, but not before they have passed ; strong and deep emotions in their remembrance along time after ; and false emotions, that is to say, emotions felt in the intellect. Not insincerity, but a translated sincerity, is the basis of all art.”
Quote by Fernando Pessoa
Work
Always Astonished: Selected Prose
This compilation brings together various prose works that delve into the concepts of astonishment and the unexpected, offering readers a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. more
Author
Fernando Pessoa
Portuguese poet known for his unique narrative style and rich inner world. Fernando Pessoa is considered one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, and his works are still widely studied and discussed today. more
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