Cheap Quote by Ezra Pound
“Be not cheap or mediocre in desiring.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Canto LII, Ezra Pound, 1913
Encourages aspiring desire for high standards, not mediocrity.
In simple terms: Avoid cheap or mediocre desires.
Key Takeaway
Pursue excellence over mediocrity.
Themes
ambition
quality
desire
Mood
inspirational
challenging
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- self‑improvement
- art criticism
- philosophy
- education
Key Concepts
aesthetic standards
personal excellence
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines 'cheap' desire?
- How can one cultivate high standards?
A Different Perspective
May seem elitist.
