Quote by Kenneth Koch

I love painting and music, of course. I don't know nearly as much about them as I know about poetry. I've certainly been influenced by fiction. I was overwhelmed by War and Peace when I read it, and I didn't read it until I was in my late 20s.

I love painting and music, of course. I don't know nearly as

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their love for painting and music, acknowledging their limited knowledge compared to poetry. They admit to being influenced by fiction, particularly referencing the impact Leo Tolstoy's "War and Peace" had on them as a late bloomer reader. The quote highlights the speaker's diverse artistic interests and the profound effect that literature can have on shaping one's perspective and creative influences.

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By Kenneth Koch

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