“The endless cycle of idea and action, / Endless invention, endless experiment, / Brings knowledge of motion, but not of stillness; / Knowledge of speech, but not of silence; / Knowledge of words, and ignorance of The Word.”
Quote by T. S. Eliot
Work
The Complete Poems and Plays of T. S. Eliot
The Complete Poems and Plays of T. S. Eliot is a comprehensive compilation that includes a vast array of Eliot's poetry and plays, reflecting his influential style and thematic concerns. The collection spans his entire career, highlighting his evolution as a writer and his impact on modernist literature. more
Author
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot, a British playwright and poet, was born on September 26, 1888, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, and died on January 4, 1965, in London, England. His works are known for their profound philosophical thoughts and unique poetic style, making him one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. more
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