6 quotes
American poet and writer (1926–1997)
“The only thing that can save the world is the reclaiming of the awareness of the world. That's what poetry does.”
"Poetry is the one place where people can speak their original human mind. It is the outlet for people to say in public what is known in private."
on Literature
"Follow your inner moonlight don't hide the madness."
on Creativity
"I have no other possessions of value but my soul."
on Philosophy
"We are great writers on the same dreadful typewriter"
on Writing
"I really believe, or want to believe, really I am nuts, otherwise I'll never be sane."
on Mental Health
