Poets are being pursued by the philosophers today, out of the poverty of philosophy. God damn it, you might think a man had no business to be writing, to be a poet unless some philosophic stinker gave him permission.
William Carlos WilliamsRead
Most of the beauties of travel are due to the strange hours we keep to see them
Interpretation
What this quote means
Travel reveals beauty through unique experiences that often come from unconventional times and places.
In this quote, William Carlos Williams suggests that the extraordinary experiences derived from travel are often a result of embracing the unusual or unexpected hours and moments. By stepping out of the ordinary routine and adjusting our schedules, we open ourselves to unique perspectives and discoveries that enhance our appreciation of beauty in the world.
Themes
TravelBeautyExperienceHoursDiscovery
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire wanderlust during a travel presentation.
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