Larkin

Famous quotes containing the word larkin:

    The sun such an anointment
    Upon the forehead, on the hands and feet,
    That all air is appointed
    Our candid clothing, our elapsing state.
    —Philip Larkin (1922–1986)

    Black flowers burst out wherever the night has knelt.
    —Philip Larkin (1922–1986)

    Who whistled for the wind, that it should break
    Gently, on this air?
    —Philip Larkin (1922–1986)