Quote by Victor Hugo

The drama is complete poetry. The ode and the epic contain it only in germ it contains both of them in a state of high development, and epitomizes both.

The drama is complete poetry. The ode and the epic contain i

Summary

This quote suggests that drama is the ultimate form of poetry, surpassing both the ode and the epic. While the ode and epic may only touch upon the essence of poetry, drama fully embodies and represents it. This is because drama encompasses elements of both the ode, with its lyrical and emotional nature, and the epic, with its grand storytelling and narrative scope. In other words, drama combines and encapsulates the best qualities of both forms, making it a comprehensive and complete manifestation of poetry.

By Victor Hugo

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