“Let the straight flower bespeak its purpose in straightness - to seek the light. Let the crooked flower bespeak its purpose in crookedness - to seek the light. Let the crookedness and straightness bespeak the light.”
Quote by Allen Ginsberg
Work
Reality Sandwiches: 1953-1960: Pocket Poets Number 18
This book is a compilation of poetry that reflects the cultural and artistic landscape of the 1950s and 1960s, showcasing the works of various poets within the Pocket Poets series. The poems within are likely to explore a range of topics and emotions, reflecting the social and political context of the era. more
Author
Allen Ginsberg
Allen Ginsberg, born on June 3, 1926, was an influential American poet. Known for his free-form poetry and profound political and social commentary, he was one of the key figures of the Beat Generation. Ginsberg's landmark poem 'Howl' was first published in 1956, becoming a milestone in American literary history. more
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