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Quote by Jean Cocteau
A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gar

A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses. – Jean Cocteau

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The reward of art is not fame or success but intoxication: that is why so many bad artists are unable to give it up. – Jean Cocteau

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Still, language is resilient, and poetry when it is pressured simply goes underground. – Diane Wakoski

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When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of mans concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses. – John F. Kennedy

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