"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
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Strength
More From Mark Strand
- "Pain is filtered in a poem so that it becomes finally, in the end, pleasure."
- "And yet, in a culture like ours, which is given to material comforts, and addicted to forms of entertainment that offer immediate gratification, it is surprising that so much poetry is written."
- "Poetry is, first and last, language – the rest is filler."
More In Strength
- "It’s really important to share the idea that being different might feel like a problem at the time, but ultimately diversity is a strength."― Carson Kressley
- "I report to you that our country is challenged at home and abroad: that it is our will that is being tried and not our strength; our sense of purpose and not our ability to achieve a better America."― Lyndon B. Johnson
- "All the sudden high-impact stress can really take a toll on your body. So if you still want to be active and get in a good workout, go to a yoga class or pilates class, or get in some strength and conditioning."― Sophia Bush