By writing... in the language of his society, a poet takes a large step toward it. It is society's job to meet him halfway, that is, to open his book and read it.
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"By writing... in the language of his society, a poet takes a large step toward it. It is society's job to meet him halfway, that is, to open his book and read it." — Joseph Brodsky
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By writing... in the language of his society, a poet takes a large step toward it. It is society's job to meet him halfway, that is, to open his book and read it. — Joseph Brodsky
About Joseph Brodsky
Joseph Brodsky was a Poet from Soviet Union (1940–1996).
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Who said "By writing... in the language of his society, a poet takes a large step toward…"?
This quote is attributed to Joseph Brodsky, a Poet from Soviet Union.
When did Joseph Brodsky live?
Joseph Brodsky lived from 1940 – 1996.