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Quote by Thornton Wilder

“How terrifying and glorious the role of man if, indeed, without guidance and without consolation he must create from his own vitals the meaning for his existence and write the rules whereby he lives.”

Quote by Thornton Wilder

Work

The ides of March

The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to the poet Homer. It narrates the events of the Trojan War, focusing on the conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans, and is renowned for its portrayal of heroism, honor, and the tragic nature of war. more

Author

Thornton Wilder
Thornton Wilder

American playwright, renowned for his works 'Our Town' and 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'. His works are characterized by deep insight and a unique style, profoundly influencing 20th-century American theater. more

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