How many, after a shorter or longer life {if they still see a difference}, good, because it's beginning, bad, because it's over {if they don't prefer the reverse}
In her poem, Wisława Szymborska reflects on the complexities of life, pondering the different perspectives people have on their life spans. She raises questions about how individuals perceive the quality of life in relation to its duration, considering whether a shorter or longer life impacts one’s sense of fulfillment or regret. The implications of living a 'good' life versus a 'bad' one are explored, suggesting that finality may influence these feelings...