Quote by Seamus Heaney

I credit poetry for making this space-walk possible.

I credit poetry for making this space-walk possible.

Summary

This quote suggests that poetry played a crucial role in enabling or inspiring an extraordinary achievement such as a space-walk. It implies that poetry's ability to evoke emotions, provoke thought, and expand the imagination might have been a driving force behind the individuals' innovation and courage to venture into unexplored territories. It highlights the profound impact that creative expression can have on human endeavors, pushing boundaries and opening up new possibilities that would otherwise be unimaginable.

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Poetry

By Seamus Heaney

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