Quote by TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

In the room the women come and go talking of Michelangelo.

In the room the women come and go talking of Michelangelo.

Summary

This short quote from T.S. Eliot's "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" suggests the superficiality of social interactions and conversations. The author portrays a scene where women engage in trivial discussions about the famous artist, Michelangelo,as if to display their knowledge or sophistication. The emptiness of these conversations symbolizes the lack of depth and meaningful interactions in society. It alludes to a sense of disconnection and insincerity, highlighting the shallow nature of idle chatter and social pretenses.

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By TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

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