“The imagination loses vitality as it ceases to adhere to what is real. When it adheres to the unreal and intensifies what is unreal, while its first effect may be extraordinary, that effect is the maximum effect that it will ever have.”
Quote by Wallace Stevens
Work
The Necessary Angel: Essays on Reality and the Imagination
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the intricate connections between the tangible world and the realm of the imagination. The author examines how our perceptions of reality are shaped by our creative thoughts and dreams. more
Author
Wallace Stevens
Wallace Stevens was an American poet known for his unique modernist style and philosophical reflections. His poetry often explores the connection between abstract concepts and everyday life, and is considered one of the most influential poets of the 20th century. more
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