5 quotes by Carlos Drummond de Andrade (1902-1987), Brazilian (Poet)

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Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Easy is to occupy a place in a telephone book. Difficult is to occupy someone's heart; know that you're really loved.

Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Be happy for no reason is the most authentic form of happiness

Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Universe, vast universe, my heart is vaster.

Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Poetry is necessary, but is the poet?

Carlos Drummond de Andrade

If the afternoon had been blue,
there might have been less desire.

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About the Author

Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Born: October 31, 1902
Died: August 17, 1987
Nationality: Brazilian
Profession: Poet

Biography

Carlos Drummond de Andrade (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈkaɾlus dɾuˈmõ d͡ʒi ɐ̃ˈdɾad͡ʒi]) was a Brazilian poet and writer, considered by some as the greatest Brazilian poet of all time. He has become something of a national cultural symbol in Brazil, where his widely influential poem "Canção Amiga" ("Friendly Song") has been featured on the 50-cruzado novo bill.

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