"Visual surprise is natural in the Caribbean it comes with the landscape, and faced with its beauty, the sigh of History dissolves."

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Insight & Reflection

Words carry weight, and Derek Walcott's insight into history is no exception. It serves as a gentle reminder that amidst the chaos of modern life, timeless wisdom still holds the power to guide our decisions and clarify our values.

About Derek Walcott

Sir Derek Alton Walcott was a Saint Lucian poet and playwright.

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