The dreamer whose dreams are non-utilitarian has no place in this world. In this world the poet is anathema, the thinker a fool, the artist an escapist, the man of vision a criminal.

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This quote asserts that individuals who have unconventional dreams that are not deemed practical or productive are often rejected by society. It suggests that in the real world, there is no place for dreamers whose aspirations do not align with utilitarian purposes. The quote goes on to claim that poets, thinkers, artists, and visionaries are often misunderstood or marginalized, facing backlash and negative labels for their non-conformist ideas and imaginative pursuits.

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