"A great many people seem to think writing poetry is worthwhile, even though it pays next to nothing and is not as widely read as it should be"
- Mark Strand
About this Quote
In this quote, Mark Strand is expressing his observation that regardless of the absence of financial benefit and restricted readership, there are still lots of individuals who find worth in writing poetry. He recommends that these people believe that the act of creating poetry holds a much deeper significance and function beyond monetary gain or popularity. This might be due to the personal satisfaction and satisfaction that comes from expressing oneself through poetry, or the belief that poetry has the power to communicate feelings and ideas that can not be revealed through other forms of composing. In spite of its challenges, writing poetry continues to hold a special place in the hearts of those who see its worth.
This quote is written / told by Mark Strand between April 11, 1934 and November 29, 2014. He was a famous Poet from USA.
The author also have 24 other quotes.
"The opportunity to create a small world between two pieces of cardboard, where time exists yet stands still, where people talk and I tell them what to say, is exciting and rewarding"
