Poetry is produced not by the mere caprice of pleasure, but by natural necessity. It is the primary activity of the human mind. (Benedetto Croce)

Poetry is produced not by the mere caprice of pleasure, but by natural necessity. It is the primary activity of the human mind.

Benedetto Croce

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