The Poet and the PoemThe author summarizes his knowledge and lively opinions of the art, dealing with every aspect, from the moment of inspiration through the workshop labors, to publication and interpretation. |
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... live with my family and about ( the number changes from time to time ) ten other people . We live communally . We farm . We have started a small business to earn the little cash we need to live at a minimal rate of con- sumption . A ...
... live with my family and about ( the number changes from time to time ) ten other people . We live communally . We farm . We have started a small business to earn the little cash we need to live at a minimal rate of con- sumption . A ...
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... live rocket A comet's tail wake of clear yellow flame ; while outside the narrowing Floats and cordage of the net great sea - lions come up to watch , sighing in the dark ; the vast walls of night Stand erect to the stars . I suppose ...
... live rocket A comet's tail wake of clear yellow flame ; while outside the narrowing Floats and cordage of the net great sea - lions come up to watch , sighing in the dark ; the vast walls of night Stand erect to the stars . I suppose ...
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... live down , and I find myself much readier to listen to the quiet fellow in the dive than to the dazzle - eyed howler baring his chest . Some readers , it is true ( mostly teenagers of all ages ) , come to the poem disposed to emote ...
... live down , and I find myself much readier to listen to the quiet fellow in the dive than to the dazzle - eyed howler baring his chest . Some readers , it is true ( mostly teenagers of all ages ) , come to the poem disposed to emote ...
Contents
an ear for poetry | 7 |
amateur tradesman professional | 17 |
enter the critic | 27 |
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