The fact that The Bridge contains folk lore and other material suitable to the epic form need not therefore prove its failure as a long lyric poem, with interrelated sections.

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This quote highlights that the inclusion of folk lore and other elements suitable for an epic poem in The Bridge does not necessarily imply that it cannot also be considered a successful long lyric poem with interconnected sections. It suggests that the poem can excel in both aspects, blending elements of the epic and the lyric to create a cohesive and multi-dimensional work.

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