The Mountains of Parnassus Quotes

“It was as if solidarity with them– with people– was pushing me toward the edge, and I could be with them only by falling.”
― Czesław Miłosz, The Mountains of Parnassus

“For instance, despite all our knowledge, we still associate the word "journey" with separation and speed.”
― Czesław Miłosz, The Mountains of Parnassus

“In writing, we cannot help but wonder whether our work will help people or harm them. The truth can never harm. That is certain.”
― Czesław Miłosz, The Mountains of Parnassus