Absurdity Quote by Lawrence Ferlinghetti
“the poet like an acrobat climbs on rime to a high wire of his own making.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Poet's Voice", 1960s, literary work
Describes the poet's daring creativity, likening it to an acrobat's risky performance
In simple terms: Poetry is a daring, self‑made high‑wire act
Key Takeaway
Embrace bold, inventive expression
Themes
creativity
risk
artistic freedom
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- performance poetry
- public readings
- creative retreats
Key Concepts
improvisation
self‑expression
literary craft
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take in your art?
- How does daring language affect your audience?
A Different Perspective
Risk can alienate audiences unfamiliar with experimental style
