Instead of translating nature into art, the native nonliterate a… — Understanding Media, 1964, Gingko Critical Edition, p 59 | The MMM

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Instead of translating nature into art, the native nonliterate attempts to invest nature with spiritual energy.

Understanding Media, 1964, Gingko Critical Edition, p 59

Quote #7114

Year: 1964

Chapter: Tribal Societies

↪ Also at #7102

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