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Disease, insanity, and death were the angels that attended my cradle, and since then have followed me throughout my life
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"Disease, insanity, and death were the angels that attended my cradle, and since then have followed me throughout my life"

- Edvard Munch

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This quote by Edvard Munch paints a bleak image of his life, recommending that he has actually been surrounded by suffering and death since his birth. He suggests that disease, insanity, and death have been constant companions throughout his life, never ever leaving his side. This might be analyzed as a metaphor for the battles he has dealt with in his life, such as psychological health issues, or the physical and psychological pain of living in a world filled with suffering. It could likewise be viewed as a reflection of his own mortality, and the inevitability of death. Whatever the interpretation, this quote is a powerful pointer of the fragility of life, and the significance of valuing every moment.

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Edvard Munch This quote is written / told by Edvard Munch between December 12, 1863 and January 23, 1944. He was a famous Painter from Norway. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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