Quote by Theophile Gautier

I was born to travel and write verse.

I was born to travel and write verse.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker believes their purpose in life is to travel and create poetry. They feel a deep calling to explore the world and express their experiences and emotions through their writing. It implies a strong passion for both travel and artistic expression, emphasizing the notion that their true vocation lies in being a wanderer and a wordsmith.

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