Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins

It is a happy thing that there is no royal road to poetry. The world should know by this time that one cannot reach Parnassus except by flying thither.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that true mastery of poetry cannot be achieved through shortcuts or easy paths. "Parnassus" symbolizes the realm of poetry, beauty, and inspiration. The quote suggests that one must strive, work hard, and take risks in order to reach poetic greatness. There are no "royal roads" to poetry, meaning that privileged status or favoritism won't suffice. Instead, one must have the courage to soar above ordinary constraints to immerse oneself fully in the world of poetry and artistic expression in order to achieve true success.

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