Simpson’s Contemporary Quotations, compiled by James B. Simpson. 1988.
NUMBER:
7423
AUTHOR:
John F Kennedy, 35th US President
QUOTATION:
When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man’s concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.
ATTRIBUTION:
Last major public address, at dedication of Robert Frost Library, Amherst College, 26 Oct 63
SUBJECTS:
Communications & the Arts: Literature: Observers & Critics
