Quote by Gustave Flaubert

Caught up in life, you see it badly. You suffer from it or enjoy it too much. The artist, in my opinion, is a monstrosity, something outside of nature.

Caught up in life, you see it badly. You suffer from it or e

Summary

This quote suggests that when people are consumed by the daily activities and distractions of life, they fail to truly perceive its essence. They become either overwhelmed by its hardships or excessively attached to its pleasures. The artist, however, is seen as unique, almost supernatural, for they possess the ability to step outside the constraints of conventional living and offer a different perspective. With their observation and creation, they transcend the limitations imposed by nature and bring forth something extraordinary, challenging the ordinary understanding of existence.

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By Gustave Flaubert

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