I sometimes talk about the making of a poem within the poem.

Summary

This quote refers to the literary technique of meta-poetry or self-reflexivity in which a poet incorporates commentary on the creative process or the act of writing poetry directly into the poem itself. By discussing the formation, inspiration, or techniques involved in crafting the poem, the poet enhances the reader's understanding and appreciation of both the poem's content and its construction. This self-awareness allows for a deeper examination of the poet's intentions and a more layered interaction between the poet and the reader.

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