Absurdity Quote by Lawrence Ferlinghetti
“Constantly risking absurdity and death whenever he performs above the heads of his audience, the poet, like an acrobat, climbs on rhyme to a high wire of his own making.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Poet" from A Coney Island of the Mind, 1958
The poet embraces danger and daring, using language as a high‑wire act that challenges expectations and pushes artistic limits.
In simple terms: Poets take bold risks with words.
Key Takeaway
Embrace daring creativity.
Themes
creativity
risk
artistry
performance
language
Mood
defiant
energetic
provocative
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- public readings
- experimental writing
- stage performance
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
existentialism
modernism
visual metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does risk enhance artistic impact?
- When does daring become self‑indulgent?
A Different Perspective
Risk can alienate audiences if not balanced with clarity.
