Quote by Kenzaburo Oe

I think the question for him is, how is a faithless person to cope with life. This is where he believes he can find something upon which to establish a literary career. You know, don't you, how often he talks of Yeats? This goes way back, to when he was very young.

I think the question for him is, how is a faithless person t

Summary

This quote suggests that the question being posed is about how a person without any faith or beliefs can navigate through life. The individual mentioned may see literature as a means to find purpose and meaning in their existence. The mention of Yeats implies that this individual has found inspiration in the renowned poet, potentially even from a young age. Hence, this person's fascination with Yeats might serve as a source of guidance and inspiration in their personal and literary journey.

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By Kenzaburo Oe

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