Poet Quote by Oscar Wilde
“A poet can survive everything but a misprint.”
About This Quote
Source Play: An Ideal Husband, Oscar Wilde, 1895
Even a poet, whose words survive, is vulnerable to the smallest errors.
In simple terms: Poets are fragile despite their lasting words.
Key Takeaway
Guard your work against careless mistakes.
Themes
art
vulnerability
literature
Mood
wry
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- editing
- publishing
- teaching
- performance
Key Concepts
creative expression
fragility
legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What small errors have you overlooked?
- How do you protect your creative output?
A Different Perspective
A single misprint rarely destroys a poet's impact.
