Quote#Wisdom
We are two abysses — a well staring at the sky
Quote byFernando Pessoa · 1888–1935
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: The Book of Disquiet, Original: Somos dois abismos — um poço fitando o céu..
English (original)
We are two abysses — a well staring at the sky.
— Fernando Pessoa
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