Quote by Samuel Johnson

To tell of disappointment and misery, to thicken the darkness of futurity, and perplex the labyrinth of uncertainty, has been always a delicious employment of the poets

To tell of disappointment and misery, to thicken the darknes

Summary

This quote suggests that poets derive a certain pleasure and satisfaction from describing and exploring themes of disappointment, misery, uncertainty, and the unknown. By delving into these aspects, they not only deepen the sense of darkness and mystery in the future but also make it more complex and intriguing to navigate. It implies that poets enjoy the process of giving voice to these emotions and experiences, finding beauty in the complexity of human existence.

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Disappointment

By Samuel Johnson

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