Quote by David Lehman

Poetry criticism at its worst today is mean in spirit and spiteful in intent, as if determined to inflict the wound that will spur the artist to new heights if it does not cripple him or her.

Poetry criticism at its worst today is mean in spirit and sp

Summary

This quote suggests that in modern times, poetry criticism can be harsh and aggressive. It implies that some critics aim to intentionally hurt and demoralize the poet rather than offering constructive feedback. The quote further suggests that this approach may either motivate the artist to improve or potentially harm their creative spirit. Overall, it highlights the negative and harmful tendencies that can exist within contemporary poetry criticism.

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