Quote by Camille Anna Paglia

All objects, all phases of culture are alive. They have voices. They speak of their history and interrelatedness. And they are all talking at once!

All objects, all phases of culture are alive. They have voic

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This quote suggests that objects and elements of culture possess a certain vitality and story to tell. It implies that these artifacts hold a voice that communicates their history and interconnectedness with other elements. Furthermore, the quote emphasizes the idea that these objects are constantly speaking, implying a chaotic symphony where multiple voices from different objects are heard simultaneously, creating a lively dialogue of cultural expressions.

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