"A poet's work is to name the unnameable, to point at frauds, to take sides, start arguments, shape the world, and stop it going to sleep"

"Work spares us from three evils: boredom, vice, and need"

"I was married to Margaret Joan Howe in 1940. Although not a scientist herself she has contributed more to my work than anyone else by providing a peaceful and happy home"

"Simplicity and repose are the qualities that measure the true value of any work of art"

"The moment you think you understand a great work of art, it's dead for you"

"Seek the lofty by reading, hearing and seeing great work at some moment every day"

"Rest when you're weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind, your spirit. Then get back to work"

"The only time success comes before work is in the dictionary"

"Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe"

"The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today"

"All great and beautiful work has come of first gazing without shrinking into the darkness"