“They should not clench their fists, it’s my longing that’s drawing me near to them; they should not stand there full of rage, my longing is timidly drawing near to them; they should not be ready to pounce like vicious dogs, as if they wanted to tear my longing to shreds; they should not threaten with broad sleeves, that pains my longing. Why have they suddenly changed? As great and deep is my longing. No matter how difficult, no matter how menacing: I must reach them and I’m already there.”
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Oppressive Light: Selected Poems by Robert Walser
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Robert Walser
Robert Walser was a Swiss writer known for his unique style and profound inner world. His works spanned various literary forms, including novels, essays, and poetry, and had a profound impact on 20th-century literature. more
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