Quote by A. R. Ammons

Once every five hundred years or so, a summary statement about poetry comes along that we can't imagine ourselves living without.

Once every five hundred years or so, a summary statement abo

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This quote suggests that every few centuries, there emerges a profound and insightful statement about poetry that holds immense value for generations of people. These statements encapsulate the essence and significance of poetry, resonating so strongly that they become indispensable to our understanding and appreciation of the art form.

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