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Quote by Wallace Stevens

“Desiring the exhilarations of changes: The motive for metaphor, shrinking from The weight of primary noon ...”

Quote by Wallace Stevens

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Wallace Stevens
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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