Altered Quote by T. S. Eliot
“Sensibility alters from generation to generation in everybody, whether we will or no; but expression is only altered by a man of genius.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Idea of a Normal Life", 1935
Sensibility changes over time, but true genius can alter expression beyond generational limits.
In simple terms: Sensibility shifts, genius changes expression.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genius to transcend trends.
Themes
art
generations
genius
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- literary criticism
- education
- creative practice
Key Concepts
Cultural evolution
creative originality
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines genius?
- How does expression evolve?
A Different Perspective
Genius may be constrained by societal norms.
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