Saint-John Perse quotes

Saint-John Perse was a French diplomat and celebrated poet, renowned for his visionary and lyrical works. His contributions to literature earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature, and his poetry is known for its grandeur and evocative imagery. He influenced generations of writers and artists with his unique blend of diplomacy and poetic expression. Here are 3 of his quotes:

The poet existed among the cave men; he will exist among men of the atomic age, for he is an inherent part of man. Even religions have been born from the need for poetry, which is a spiritual need, and it is through the grace of poetry that the divine spark lives forever in the human flint. (Saint-John Perse)

A world to be born under your footsteps.

Saint-John Perse

The poet is the one who breaks through our habits.

Saint-John Perse

Saint-John Perse

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Occupation: French Diplomat
Born: May 31, 1887
Died: September 20, 1975
Quotes count: 3

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