Quote by Jack Prelutsky

Otherwise I don't read much adult poetry at all, because I'm not smart enough and mostly I don't get it.

Otherwise I don't read much adult poetry at all, because I'm

Summary

The quote suggests that the individual does not often engage with adult poetry due to feelings of inadequacy and a lack of understanding. They perceive poetry as complex or intellectually demanding. Therefore, they prefer to avoid it altogether, assuming that their intelligence falls short, preventing them from grasping its deeper meaning or message.

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By Jack Prelutsky

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