Quote by: Jacques Derrida

The poet…is the man of metaphor: while the philosopher is interested only in the truth of meaning, beyond even signs and names, and the sophist manipulates empty signs…the poet plays on the multiplicity of signifieds.


Share this:  

Author Bio


  • NameJacques Derrida
  • DescriptionFrench philosopher (1930-2004)
  • BornJuly 15, 1930
  • DiedOctober 9, 2004
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Author
  • AwardsTheodor W. Adorno Award