Quote by Edvard Munch

Sickness, insanity and death were the angels that surrounded my cradle and they have followed me throughout my life.

Sickness, insanity and death were the angels that surrounded

Summary

This quote suggests that from the very beginning of the speaker's life, they have been plagued by adversity and struggle. The imagery of sickness, insanity, and death as "angels" implies that these challenges have constantly been present, watching over and haunting them. It conveys a sense of a constantly challenging existence, perhaps filled with suffering and difficulty. Despite the presence of these challenges, the quote implies that the speaker has carried on, persevering in the face of adversity throughout their life.

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Death

By Edvard Munch

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