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“Their monument sticks like a fishbone in the city's throat.” quote by Robert Lowell
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“Their monument sticks like a fishbone in the city's throat.”

Robert Lowell

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The City in the Sea”, 1960

A monument stands as an obstruction, likened to a fishbone stuck in a throat, symbolizing societal constraints.

In simple terms: Monument is a choking obstruction.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and remove societal choke points.

Themes

urban critique artistic metaphor social commentary

Mood

reflective critical

Type

poetic social

When to use this quote

  • city planning
  • public health
  • activism

Key Concepts

public space cultural heritage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this monument represent for you?
  • How can societies balance heritage with progress?
A Different Perspective

Monuments can also preserve valuable history.

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