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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Page 189
... means everything he means , which , of course , is a great deal more than he says . That larger significance , though , is so intimately linked to what is on the paper that he thinks we are blind or obstinate if we introduce other words ...
... means everything he means , which , of course , is a great deal more than he says . That larger significance , though , is so intimately linked to what is on the paper that he thinks we are blind or obstinate if we introduce other words ...
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... means . When he attempts to — as when a character moves to the front of the stage and comments on the action you interpret that , too . You recognize that this delib- erate violation of the dramatic illusion is part of the art , and you ...
... means . When he attempts to — as when a character moves to the front of the stage and comments on the action you interpret that , too . You recognize that this delib- erate violation of the dramatic illusion is part of the art , and you ...
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... means acceptance of sexuality not as the source , not as pri- mary , but as a component of spirituality . It means developing the habit of paradoxical thought . ( To the rationalist , paradox is merely fallacy . ) It means finding the ...
... means acceptance of sexuality not as the source , not as pri- mary , but as a component of spirituality . It means developing the habit of paradoxical thought . ( To the rationalist , paradox is merely fallacy . ) It means finding the ...
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an ear for poetry | 7 |
amateur tradesman professional | 17 |
enter the critic | 27 |
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