Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Books that teach us to dance: There are writers who, by portraying the impossible as possible, and by speaking of morality and genius as if both were high-spirited freedom, as if man were rising up on tiptoe and simply had to dance out of inner pleasure.

Books that teach us to dance: There are writers who, by port

Summary

This quote suggests that certain books have the power to inspire and encourage us to transcend limitations and embrace our inner potential. These books depict unrealistic scenarios and present morality and intelligence as exhilarating and liberating concepts, instilling in us a sense of joy and a desire to express ourselves freely. They stimulate our spirits, causing us to rise on tiptoes, metaphorically symbolizing the impulse to dance out of sheer delight and fulfillment.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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