Arthur Quote by William S. Burroughs
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“We can translate word and letter into color - [Arthur] Rimbaud stated that in his color vowels, words quote "words" can be read in silent color.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Voyelles" by Arthur Rimbaud, 1869
Rimbaud suggests letters and words possess inherent colors, allowing a synesthetic reading beyond literal meaning.
In simple terms: Letters have hidden colors.
Key Takeaway
Explore synesthetic perception.
Themes
creativity
language
perception
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- poetry analysis
- artistic inspiration
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
synesthesia
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does color influence your reading?
- Can you imagine words as colors?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation varies across cultures and languages.
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