Quote by Anne Stevenson

I have always made my own rules, in poetry as in life - though I have tried of late to cooperate more with my family. I do, however, believe that without order or pattern poetry is useless.

I have always made my own rules, in poetry as in life - thou

Summary

This quote reflects the individualistic nature of the speaker, who asserts their independence and autonomy in both poetry and life. Despite acknowledging a recent attempt to be more cooperative with their family, the speaker's ongoing adherence to their own rules remains evident. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes the importance of order and pattern in poetry, suggesting that without these structural elements, poetry loses its inherent value or purpose.

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By Anne Stevenson

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