Quote by Saul Williams

I think we fool ourselves and really negate a great deal of history if we think that the oral history of poetry is shorter than the written history of poetry. It's not true. Poetry has a longer oral tradition than it does written.

I think we fool ourselves and really negate a great deal of

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This quote suggests that the oral tradition of poetry has a longer history than its written counterpart, contrary to what many believe. By stating that we deceive ourselves and neglect a significant part of history, it challenges the assumption that written poetry has a greater historical depth. The quote emphasizes the enduring nature of poetry in oral traditions and highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating its rich history beyond what is documented in written form.

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