Quote by Henry Miller

All the lies and evasions by which man has nourished himself -- civilization, in a word is the fruits of the creative artist. It is the creative nature of man which has refused to let him lapse back into that unconscious unity with life which characterizes the animal world from which he made his escape.

All the lies and evasions by which man has nourished himself

Summary

This quote asserts that civilization, with all its complexities and advancement, is a result of the creative nature of humans. The lies and evasions mentioned refer to the inventions, innovations, and imaginative ideas that humans have fabricated to build and sustain civilizations. It states that humans have separated themselves from the instinctive oneness with nature found in the animal world through their creative capabilities, allowing them to escape and progress beyond mere survival. In essence, the quote highlights the crucial role of artistry and imagination in the development of human society.

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