I think it is an error to categorize all writers either as geniuses or frauds. I think most of us are rather humble craftsmen. Epitomizing or mystifying the work of the "greats" does them a disservice. But the call to find "the prophet inside" or to give your single verse to the world is a good reminder in our world of distraction or general aimlessness.
Vashik, this is very observant and acute: "My deepest fear is that I won’t articulate who I am to my own self." Perhaps in this sentence, you have surpassed the deepest fear and have actually articulated what needs to be articulated? A great write-up. Thanks for sharing this piece-
I think it is an error to categorize all writers either as geniuses or frauds. I think most of us are rather humble craftsmen. Epitomizing or mystifying the work of the "greats" does them a disservice. But the call to find "the prophet inside" or to give your single verse to the world is a good reminder in our world of distraction or general aimlessness.
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What a wonderful post this is! Really, thought-provoking and moving♥️
Thank you Mariana! :)
Vashik, this is a wonderful piece! So happy to reacquaint myself to one of Borges’ characters from this perspective. Absolutely loved it
Thank you so much Himanshi!
Vashik, this is very observant and acute: "My deepest fear is that I won’t articulate who I am to my own self." Perhaps in this sentence, you have surpassed the deepest fear and have actually articulated what needs to be articulated? A great write-up. Thanks for sharing this piece-