Quote by Knut Hamsun

I have had much to learn from Sweden's poetry and, more especially, from her lyrics of the last generation.

I have had much to learn from Sweden's poetry and, more espe

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their admiration and appreciation for the poetry and lyrics that have emerged from Sweden, particularly those produced by the last generation. They acknowledge the valuable knowledge and insights they have gained from Swedish poetry and lyrics, suggesting that these artistic expressions hold significant emotional and intellectual teachings for the speaker.

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By Knut Hamsun

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