Quote by William Eastlake, interview, 197

The artist must see the war with a unique vision. If he doesn't, then he hasn't added anything to our lives. We can pick up Time magazine and get that account of what happened, but what truly happened we must get from the artist. To me that war was a nightmare and it is best expressed in a surreal way. And that is why it is written in that style and in that attitude. War is a form of madness.


The artist must see the war with a unique vision. If he does

Summary

This quote emphasizes the role of artists in depicting war and its impact on society. It suggests that an artist must have a distinct perspective on war in order to contribute meaningfully. It implies that merely recounting the events of war, as seen in publications like Time magazine, is insufficient; the artist must provide a deeper understanding of what truly transpired. The quote also associates war with madness, suggesting that its horrific and chaotic nature can be best expressed through a surreal style and attitude.

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War
By William Eastlake, interview, 197
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