Quote by A. R. Ammons

Poetry leads us to the unstructured sources of our beings, to the unknown, and returns us to our rational, structured selves refreshed.

Poetry leads us to the unstructured sources of our beings, t

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This quote asserts that poetry has the power to delve into the depths of our innermost being, connecting us to the mysterious and unfamiliar aspects of ourselves. By exploring these unstructured sources, poetry offers a transformative experience that awakens our sense of understanding and inspiration. Ultimately, when we return to our logical and structured selves after engaging with poetry, we do so with a renewed sense of vitality and clarity, as poetry has the ability to refresh and rejuvenate our rational minds.

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