Quote by Horace

No poems can please for long or live that are written by water drinkers.


No poems can please for long or live that are written by wat

Summary

This quote suggests that poets who rely on substance abuse, specifically water as a metaphor for excessive drinking, cannot produce enduring and impactful poems. It implies that genuine inspiration and creativity cannot be fueled solely by indulgence in vices. The quote encourages the belief that enduring poems require deep emotional depth, introspection, and genuine experiences, rather than relying on fleeting pleasures or artificial means to create meaningful art.

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