“But the thing that stands eternally in the way of really good writing is always one: the virtual impossibility of lifting to the imagination those things which lie under the direct scrutiny of the senses, close to the nose. It is this difficulty that sets a value upon all works of art and makes them a necessity. The senses witnessing what is immediately before them in detail see a finality which they cling to in despair, not knowing which way to turn. Thus this so-called natural or scientific array becomes fixed, the walking devil of modern life.”
Quote by William Carlos Williams
Work
Kora in Hell: Improvisations
Kora in Hell: Improvisations is a narrative that follows the journey of Kora, a young woman who finds herself in a surreal setting, the depths of Hell. Here, she discovers her extraordinary gift for music. The novel uses the setting as a backdrop to explore profound themes such as the power of art to transcend suffering, the quest for redemption, and the indomitable nature of the human spirit. Through Kora's experiences, the reader is taken on a journey that challenges conventional notions of morality and the potential for transformation. more
Author
William Carlos Williams
William Carlos Williams was an American poet born on September 17, 1883, and died on March 4, 1963. His poetry style emphasized colloquialism and the depiction of everyday life, which had a profound impact on American poetry. more
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