Something does seem to be taken away from the poet when his behavior is traced to his genetic and personal histories. Only a person who truly initiates his behavior can claim that he is free to do so and that he deserves credit for any achievement. If the environment is the initiating force, he is not free, and the environment must get the credit. (p. 398)
Cumulative Record. Chapter 26: Creating the Creative Artist. Quote 7
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