“Take the so-called standard of living. What do most people mean by "living"? They don’t mean living. They mean the latest and closest plural approximation to singular prenatal passivity which science, in its finite but unbounded wisdom, has succeeded in selling their wives.”
Quote by e. e. cummings
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e. e. cummings
E. E. Cummings was an American poet known for his unique poetic style and linguistic innovation. His works are typically presented in free verse, emphasizing colloquialism and personal expression. Cummings' poetry often breaks traditional grammatical rules, using innovative spelling and punctuation to create unique visual and auditory effects. more
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