Give me hunger, pain and want, Shut me out with shame and failure From your doors of gold and fame, Give me your shabbiest, weariest hunger! But leave me a little love.
Carl SandburgRead
All my life I have been trying to learn, to read, to see and hear, and to write. At sixty-five I began my first novel and after the five years, lacking a month, I took to finish it, I was still traveling, still a seeker.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and the pursuit of one's passions, regardless of age.
Carl Sandburg's quote reflects the idea that the quest for knowledge and creative expression is a continuous journey that transcends age. Even at sixty-five, he demonstrates that one can embark on new endeavors such as writing a novel, highlighting that the spirit of inquiry and exploration never truly ends. It serves as an inspiration to embrace learning and creativity throughout one's life.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a motivational speech about pursuing dreams at any age.
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