Quote by Jim Morrison

If my poetry aims to achieve anything, it's to deliver people from the limited ways in which they see and feel.

If my poetry aims to achieve anything, it's to deliver peopl

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of the speaker's poetry is to liberate people from their narrow perspectives and emotions. It implies that the poet seeks to expand readers' understanding and awareness by conveying experiences and emotions in a more profound and extensive way. By doing so, the poetry aims to break the boundaries of conventional thoughts and feelings, enabling readers to perceive and experience the world in a different and more enriching manner.

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By Jim Morrison

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