“Literature is what you write when you think you should be saying something. Writing begins when you'd rather be doing anything else: and you've just done it.”
Quote by Kenneth Patchen
Work
The Journal of Albion Moonlight
This book is a fictional narrative that follows the journey of its title character, Albion Moonlight, through various experiences and challenges. more
Author
Kenneth Patchen
Kenneth Patchen was an American poet born on December 13, 1911, and died on January 8, 1972. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound emotional expression, which has won him both readers and critics alike. more
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