There ain't no money in poetry, that's what keeps the poet free. I've had all the freedom I can stand.

Guy Clark
There ain't no money in poetry, that's what keeps the...
There ain't no money in poetry, that's what keeps the...
There ain't no money in poetry, that's what keeps the...
There ain't no money in poetry, that's what keeps the...
About This Quote

For the poet, freedom is the ability to express themselves without worrying about personal gain. This quote reflects one of many pieces by Nobel prize winner Robert Frost. His work is about the deeper meaning of life and shows readers that they can choose to be happy and free or miserable and fighting against their own will.

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