Quote by James Laughlin

I think that is where poetry reading becomes such an individual thing. I mean I have friend who like poets who just don't say anything to me at all, I mean they seem to me rather ordinary and pedestrian.

I think that is where poetry reading becomes such an individ

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This quote suggests that the enjoyment of poetry is subjective and varies from person to person. The speaker explains how different poets can evoke different reactions in individuals, and even though their friends may appreciate certain poets, they personally find them uninteresting and ordinary. Ultimately, this quote highlights the unique and personal nature of poetry reading, where one's preferences and interpretations can greatly differ from others.

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