Louis Macneice Quotes

A collection of quotes by Louis Macneice.

Louis MacNeice (1907-1963) was a renowned Irish poet and playwright. Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he studied at Oxford University and later became a lecturer in classics at the University of Birmingham. MacNeice's poetry often explored themes of modernity, politics, and his own personal experiences. His notable works include "Poems (1935)" and "Autumn Journal (1939)". He also worked as a radio producer and wrote several plays. MacNeice's distinctive style, blending traditional forms with modern sensibilities, continues to be celebrated for its introspective and lyrical qualities.

It's no go my honey love, it's no go my poppet; Work your ha

It's no go my honey love, it's no go my poppet; Work your hands from day to day, the winds will blow the profit. The glass is falling hour by hour, the glass will fall for ever, But if you break the bloody glass you won't hold up the weather.

Louis Macneice

Work Love

I am not yet born O fill me with strength against those who

I am not yet born O fill me with strength against those who would freeze my humanity.

Louis Macneice

Strength

Some on commission, some for the love of learning, some beca

Some on commission, some for the love of learning, some because they have nothing better to do or because they hope these walls of books will deaden the drumming of the demon in their ears.

Louis Macneice

Libraries