Quotes From "Refusing Heaven" By Jack Gilbert

We must have the stubbornness to accept our gladness in...
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We must have the stubbornness to accept our gladness in the ruthless furnace of this world. Jack Gilbert
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We must risk delight. We can do without pleasure, but not delight. Not enjoyment. We must havethe stubbornness to accept our gladness in the ruthlessfurnace of this world. To make injustice the onlymeasure of our attention is to praise the Devil. Jack Gilbert