Quote by Ezra Pound

I could I trust starve like a gentleman. It's listed as part of the poetic training, you know.

I could I trust starve like a gentleman. It's listed as part

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of enduring hunger can be seen as a refined behavior, almost like a gentlemanly pursuit. It implies that there is an inherent beauty and poetic quality in the ability to withstand hunger gracefully. It may also imply that experiencing hunger is a necessary, even mandatory aspect of one's artistic growth and development, adding depth and authenticity to one's creative endeavors.

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By Ezra Pound

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