I am so wise I had my mouth sewn shut.

You should always be trying to write a poem you are unable to write, a poem you lack the technique, the language, the courage to achieve. Otherwise you’re merely imitating yourself, going nowhere, because that’s...

These Songs are not meant to be understood, you understand.They are only meant to terrify & comfort.

I do strongly feel that among the greatest pieces of luck for high achievement is ordeal. Certain great artists can make out without it, Titian and others, but mostly you need ordeal. My idea is...

Them lady poets must not marry, pal.

The Prayer of the Middle-Aged ManAmid the doctors in the Temple at twelve, between mother & host at Cana implored too soon, in the middle of disciples, the midst of the mob, between High-Priest and...

Is stuffed, de world, wif feeding girls.

Them lady poets must not marry, pal . . . It is a true error to marry with poets / or to be by them.