Quote by John Keats
I would jump down Etna for any public good -- but I hate a mawkish

I would jump down Etna for any public good — but I hate a mawkish popularity. – John Keats

Other quotes by John Keats

A thing of beauty is a joy forever: its loveliness increases it will never pass into nothingness. – John Keats

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Beauty
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Praise or blame has but a momentary effect on the man whose love of beauty in the abstract makes him a severe critic on his own works. – John Keats

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Beauty
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Whatever is popular deserves attention. – James Mackintosh

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He cast off his friends as a huntsman his pack, for he knew when he pleased he could whistle them back. – Oliver Goldsmith

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Popular opinion is the greatest lie in the world. – Thomas Carlyle

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Recognition

Avoid popularity; it has many snares, and no real benefit. – William Penn

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