Quote by Seamus Heaney

The fact of the matter is that the most unexpected and miraculous thing in my life was the arrival in it of poetry itself - as a vocation and an elevation almost.

The fact of the matter is that the most unexpected and mirac

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This quote suggests that the speaker views poetry as an unexpected and extraordinary force that has transformed their life. They describe it as a calling or a higher purpose that has elevated their existence. The arrival of poetry in their life is portrayed as a miraculous event, emphasizing the profound impact it has had on their overall perception and experience. It highlights the power of poetry to inspire, guide, and bring meaning to their existence beyond their initial expectations.

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