The writer in western civilization has become not a voice of his tribe, but of his individuality. This is a very narrow-minded situation.

Summary

This quote suggests that, in Western civilization, writers have shifted their focus from representing the perspectives of their respective communities or tribes to emphasizing their own unique individualism. Consequently, the quote implies that this shift represents a limited perspective, as it may disregard the collective experiences and values of a community. It criticizes the narrow-mindedness of prioritizing personal expression over broader societal or cultural contexts in writing.

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