John Clare Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Clare.

John Clare (1793-1864) was an English poet and writer, known for his vivid depiction of rural life. Born in Helpston, Northamptonshire, Clare worked as an agricultural laborer, but his passion for nature and poetry led him to publish his first poetry collection, "Poems Descriptive of Rural Life and Scenery," in 1820. His lyrical verses captured the beauty of the English countryside, featuring detailed observations of flora and fauna. Despite facing personal struggles and mental health issues, Clare's poetry continued to resonate with readers, and he is regarded as one of the most important poets of the Romantic era.

I love to see the old heath's withered brake Mingle its crim

I love to see the old heath's withered brake Mingle its crimpled leaves with furze and ling, While the old heron from the lonely lake Starts slow and flaps its melancholy wing

John Clare

Love

This world has suns, but they are overcast; This world has s

This world has suns, but they are overcast; This world has sweets, but they're of ling'ring bloom; Life still expects, and empty falls at last; Warm Hope on tiptoe drops into the tomb.

John Clare

Life

I hid my love when young till ICouldn't bear the buzzing of

I hid my love when young till ICouldn't bear the buzzing of a fly;I hid my life to my despiteTill I could not bear to look at light:I dare not gaze upon her faceBut left her memory in each place;Where'er I saw a wild flower lieI kissed and bade my love good-bye.

John Clare

Love Secret

If life had a second edition, how I would correct the proofs

If life had a second edition, how I would correct the proofs.

John Clare

Life Proof