“(…) what happened (to Kafka) is the same as what happened to me: he withdrew he went too far into solitude and knew — he must’ve known — you never come back from there”
Quote by Alejandra Pizarnik
Work
Extracting the Stone of Madness: Poems 1962 - 1972
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Author
Alejandra Pizarnik
Alejandra Pizarnik was an Argentine poet known for her unique poetic style and profound introspection. Her works often explore themes of loneliness, love, and death, earning her acclaim from readers and critics alike. more
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