Quote by Horace

Poets wish to profit or to please.

Poets wish to profit or to please.

Summary

This quote suggests that the main aspirations of poets are driven by the desire to either gain personal benefits or to bring pleasure to others. It implies that poets may write with the intention of achieving financial success or recognition for their work, or they may create poetry with the intention of bringing joy and satisfaction to their audience. Ultimately, this quote highlights the motivations that may fuel the creativity and efforts of poets.

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