“What our eyes behold may well be the text of life but one's meditations on the text and the disclosures of these meditations are no less a part of the structure of reality.”
Quote by Wallace Stevens
Work
Sur Plusieurs Beaux Sujects: Wallace Stevens' Commonplace Book
This book presents a compilation of Wallace Stevens' handwritten notes and musings on a wide array of topics, offering insight into his philosophical and artistic thought process. It includes excerpts from his commonplace book, which he used to jot down ideas and observations throughout his life. 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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