The way in which modern German poetry follows theories reminds me of pupils who, scolded by their teacher for their insubordination, justify themselves by saying that they invented new rules of propriety according to which they are quite well- behaved. — Franz Grillparzer Copy Share Image
German poetry is going in a very different direction from French poetry… Its language has become more sober, more factual. It distrusts "beauty." It tries to be truthful. — Paul Celan Copy Share Image
