Quote by Ezra Pound
And New York is the most beautiful city in the world? It is not far from it. No urban night is like the night there... Squares after squares of flame, set up and cut into the aether. Here is our poetry, for we have pulled down the stars to our will.
Summary
The quote expresses a sentiment that New York City may not be the absolute most beautiful city globally, but it comes close. It highlights the unique charm of the city's nights, where the illuminated streets create a breathtaking display resembling squares of flickering flames that seemingly pierce through the sky. The description signifies the city's allure and suggests that in New York, humans have mastered the art of transforming urban elements into a poetic spectacle, almost as if they have brought the stars themselves under their control.
Topics
Poetry
By Ezra Pound