Quote by William C. Bryant

Poetry is that art which selects and arranges the symbols of thought in such a manner as to excite the imagination the most powerfully and delightfully.

Poetry is that art which selects and arranges the symbols of

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This quote suggests that poetry is an art form that skillfully chooses and organizes symbolic elements of thought to evoke a strong and delightful response from the imagination. It implies that through its carefully crafted use of symbols, imagery, and language, poetry has the unique ability to stimulate and captivate the imagination of its audience in an exceptional and pleasurable way. Ultimately, this explanation highlights the transformative and evocative nature of poetry as an art form.

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