The Wrack of the Storm
The Wrack of the Storm
Translated by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos
The Wrack of the Storm is a collection of essays by Maurice Maeterlinck, written during World War I, that reflects on the war's impact on Belgium and the broader themes of nationalism and morality. The essays explore the sacrifices made by individuals and nations, emphasizing the collective heroism and resilience of the Belgian people amidst the devastation of the invasion. Maeterlinck's preface expresses his sorrow over the necessity of invoking hate in his writings, while the subsequent essays document the bravery of figures like King Albert and the enduring spirit of humanity in times of crisis.
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“I have only my brightness, which Man does not understand…. But I watch over him to the end of his days…. Never forget that I am speaking to you in every spreading moonbeam, in every twinkling star, in every dawn that rises, in every lamp that is lit, in every good and bright thought of your soul…””
— Maurice Maeterlinck
