Carolina QuotesMy principle is, the artist shall put forth, humbly & lovingly, without bitterness, the very best & highest that is within him,utterly regardless of contemporary criticism.
Sidney Lanier Connected to the Carolinas
Source
Letter to the poet's father May 6 1876.
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- 1876
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“My principle is, the artist shall put forth, humbly & loving…” Sidney Lanier. Carolina Quotes, record CQ-7E202B415C. https://carolinaquotes.com/quote/7e202b415c
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