Why do comparisons of words and tone poems (poetry and music) never take into consideration that the word is a mere signifier, but that the sound, aside from being a signifier, is also an object?
Franz GrillparzerThe manifestation of poetry in external life is formal perfection. True sentiment grows within, and art must represent internal phenomena externally.
Franz GrillparzerWhat's the meaning of all the pious clamor, condemning cocks and hens? Those who have no teeth are the greatest meat-haters.
Franz GrillparzerOur poetry emulates the recent progress in military strategy: Our army's strength is the foot soldiers.
Franz Grillparzer