Comfort Quote by Mark Strand
“And yet, in a culture like ours, which is given to material comforts, and addicted to forms of entertainment that offer immediate gratification, it is surprising that so much poetry is written.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: The Collected Poems, 2002
Even in a comfort‑driven culture, poetry thrives despite instant‑gratification trends.
In simple terms: Poetry persists amid materialism.
Key Takeaway
Value deep artistic expression over fleeting pleasures.
Themes
artistic resilience
culture
materialism
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
analytical
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative writing classes
- literary festivals
- media analysis
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
cultural criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does poetry still resonate?
- How can art compete with instant entertainment?
A Different Perspective
Commercial media may dominate attention.
