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That passage is what I call the sublime dashed to pieces…

“That passage is what I call the sublime dashed to pieces by cutting too close with the fiery four-in-hand round the corner of nonsense.” quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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“That passage is what I call the sublime dashed to pieces by cutting too close with the fiery four-in-hand round the corner of nonsense.”

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The line describes a chaotic, fragmented experience that feels both grand and absurd.

In simple terms: Chaos can feel both beautiful and nonsensical.

Key Takeaway

Embrace complexity while seeking clarity.

Themes

creativity absurdity fragmentation

Mood

enigmatic introspective

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • art critique
  • writing
  • philosophical analysis

Key Concepts

literary expression symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “fiery four‑in‑hand” symbolize for you?
  • When does breaking things down help understanding?
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The metaphor may be overly obscure for some audiences.

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