Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre

Every age has its own poetry in every age the circumstances of history choose a nation, a race, a class to take up the torch by creating situations that can be expressed or transcended only through poetry.

Every age has its own poetry in every age the circumstances

Summary

This quote suggests that each period of time has its distinctive style of poetry. It also explains that historical circumstances often determine which group of people, whether a nation, race, or social class, will be responsible for carrying on the artistic tradition of poetry. The quote points out that poetry has the unique ability to convey and transcend the complex emotions and experiences that arise from these circumstances, making it an essential outlet for expression and understanding in every era.

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