T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot penned this insightful quote in 1931 as part of his preface to Harry Crosby’s 'Transit of Venus'. Eliot, himself a figure who took artistic and personal risks, was commenting on the nature of creative exploration and personal boundaries. This period saw significant modernist experimentation in literature and art, and Eliot’s words reflect a broader cultural push against traditional constraints, advocating for a willingness to challenge established norms and personal comfort zones in the pursuit of genuine discovery. He contextualised the quote within a discussion about embracing experimentation and pushing beyond perceived limitations.
