Bother Quote by Jean Cocteau
“A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Poetry, 1935
True poets act naturally; forced artistry is unnecessary, like a gardener not needing to scent roses.
In simple terms: Poets should be authentic, not forced.
Embrace natural expression.
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When to use this quote
- writing
- visual arts
- teaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance authenticity and craft?
- When is deliberate style valuable?
Authenticity may be misunderstood.