Love is made by two people, in different kinds of solitude. It can be in a crowd, but in an oblivious crowd.
Louis AragonRead
And there are loners in rural communities who, at the equinox, are said to don new garments and stroll down to the cities, where great beasts await them, fat and docile.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the solitude experienced by individuals in rural communities and their quest for connection and change during significant times like the equinox.
In this quote, Louis Aragon metaphorically describes the image of loners from rural areas who, during the equinox—a time of transition—seek to transform their lives by venturing into the cities where they hope to find something greater or different. The 'great beasts' symbolically represent the opportunities or challenges that await them in urban life, highlighting themes of solitude, change, and the human desire to seek out new experiences and connections.
Themes
LonelinessRuralUrbanTransformationEquinoxChange
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a community gathering, one might use this quote to discuss the importance of connections in rural areas.
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