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Eugenio Montale

There is also poetry written to be shouted in a square in front of an enthusiastic crowd. This occurs especially in countries where authoritarian regimes are in power.

Eugenio Montale

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Eugenio Montale is saying that in some countries ruled by strict governments, poetry is created to be loudly recited in public gatherings. This kind of poetry serves as a form of expression or protest aimed at inspiring or uniting people in those situations.

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