Quote by Michael Tippett

Poetry is fascinating. As soon as it begins the poetry has changed the thing into something extra, and somehow prose can go over into poetry.

Poetry is fascinating. As soon as it begins the poetry has c

Summary

This quote is highlighting the transformative and captivating nature of poetry. It suggests that when poetry is expressed, it elevates the subject matter, imbuing it with a certain "extra" essence or quality. Additionally, the quote suggests that prose has the ability to seamlessly transition into poetry, blurring the lines between the two forms of written expression. Overall, it underlines the magical and awe-inspiring power of poetry to shape and transcend ordinary words and ideas.

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Poetry

By Michael Tippett

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