For it has come about, by the wise economy of nature, that our modern spirit can almost dispense with language; the commonest expressions do, since no expressions do; hence the most ordinary conversation is often the most poetic, and the most poetic is precisely that which cannot be written down.

Summary

This quote suggests that the progress of human civilization has led to a diminishing reliance on language. The author argues that common expressions have lost their communicative power, making ordinary conversations void of true meaning. Paradoxically, this lack of effectiveness in language opens up a poetic space in everyday conversations that cannot be captured or recorded through written words. The quote highlights the limitations of language to fully convey the depth and essence of human experiences and emotions, emphasizing the ineffable and intangible nature of certain aspects of life.

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