It is not possible, for a poet, writing in any language, to protect himself from the tragic elements in human life.... [ellipsis in source] Illness, old age, and death--subjects as ancient as humanity--these are the subjects that the poet must speak of very nearly from the first moment that he begins to speak.
Louise BoganNo more pronouncements on lousy verse. No more hidden competition. No more struggling not to be a square.
Louise BoganI'll lie here and learn How, over their ground, Trees make a long shadow And a light sound.
Louise Bogan