The fantastically wasteful prodigality of human tongues, the Babel enigman, points to a vital multiplication of mortal liberties. Each language speaks the world in its own ways. Each edifies worlds and counter-worlds in its own mode. The polyglot is a freer man.
George SteinerAbout author
- Author's profession: Critic
- Nationality: american
- Born: April 23, 1929
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