Quote by Russell Baker

I gave up on new poetry myself 30 years ago when most of it began to read like coded messages passing between lonely aliens in a hostile world.

I gave up on new poetry myself 30 years ago when most of it

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's disappointment and disillusionment with contemporary poetry. The speaker indicates that about three decades ago, they no longer found value or enjoyment in new poetry because it had become incomprehensible and alienating. The imagery used of "coded messages" alludes to poetry becoming inaccessible, as if it was meant only for a select, isolated group who are disconnected from the larger world. Overall, the quote suggests a personal rejection of modern poetry due to its perceived lack of connection and relevance to the speaker's own experiences.

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Poetry

By Russell Baker

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