So the poet, who wants to be something that he cannot be, and is a failure in plain life, makes up fictitious versions of his predicament that are interesting even to other persons because nobody is a perfect automobile salesman.

Summary

This quote suggests that a poet, who may not find success in their ordinary life, compensates by creating imaginative narratives around their own struggles. By embellishing their experience and presenting it in a more captivating manner, the poet manages to capture the attention and interest of others. The comparison of the poet to an imperfect automobile salesman highlights the universality of not being "perfect" in one's chosen field, which contributes to the appeal and relatability of the poet's fictionalized versions of their own predicament. Overall, the quote emphasizes the allure of storytelling as a means of connecting with others.

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