OH GROM
Against Happiness: In Praise of Melancholy
oh man.. after having read "Against Depression" by Dr Peter Kramer, i am shocked that an English Professor could write a book (clearly in response, seeing the title) that romantically proclaims the wonderful virtues of melancholy. did he even read "Against Depression"? not to mention, his writing is... ( Read more... )
oh man.. after having read "Against Depression" by Dr Peter Kramer, i am shocked that an English Professor could write a book (clearly in response, seeing the title) that romantically proclaims the wonderful virtues of melancholy. did he even read "Against Depression"? not to mention, his writing is... ( Read more... )
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Your leaves, nor ever bid the Spring adieu;
And, happy melodist, unweari-ed,
Forever piping songs forever new;
More happy love! more happy, happy love!
Forever warm and still to be enjoyed,
Forever panting, and forever young;
All breathing human passion far above,
That leaves a heart high-sorrowful and cloyed,
A burning forehead, and a parching tongue.
Who are these coming to the sacrifice?
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