Quote by Robert Morgan

The decision to write in prose instead of poetry is made more by the readers than by writers. Almost no one is interested in reading narrative in verse.

The decision to write in prose instead of poetry is made mor

Summary

This quote suggests that the choice between writing in prose or poetry is largely influenced by the preferences and demands of the readers rather than the writers themselves. It highlights that very few people are actually interested in reading stories told through poetic verses. Therefore, writers may be more inclined to choose prose as their medium of expression in order to cater to a larger audience and meet the popular demand for narrative literature. The quote speaks to the commercial and practical considerations writers may face when deciding on the form of their work.

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Poetry

By Robert Morgan

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