John Masefield Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Masefield.

John Masefield (1878-1967) was an English poet, writer, and playwright. He is best known for his narrative poem "Sea-Fever" and his children's novel "The Box of Delights." Masefield's works often featured nautical themes and the experiences of sailors and seafaring life. He was appointed the British Poet Laureate in 1930, a position he held until his death. Throughout his career, Masefield received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to literature and poetry. N/A

Since the printing press came into being, poetry has ceased

Since the printing press came into being, poetry has ceased to be the delight of the whole community of man it has become the amusement and delight of the few.

John Masefield

Poetry

In the dark womb where I began My mother's life made me a ma

In the dark womb where I began My mother's life made me a man. Through all the months of human birth Her beauty fed my common earth. I cannot see, nor breathe, nor stir, But through the death of some of her.

John Masefield

Life Death Beauty Man Birth

Coming in solemn beauty like slow old tunes of Spain.

Coming in solemn beauty like slow old tunes of Spain.

John Masefield

Beauty

Poetry is a mixture of common sense, which not all have, wit

Poetry is a mixture of common sense, which not all have, with an uncommon sense, which very few have.

John Masefield

Poetry