Quote by Peter Davison

The more poetry you have in the head, the more poetry you will understand because you will be getting to the roots of what it is that makes people write poetry at all.

The more poetry you have in the head, the more poetry you wi

Summary

This quote suggests that by immersing oneself in poetry and developing a deep understanding of its essence, one can comprehend and appreciate poetry to a greater extent. By having an abundance of poetic knowledge and insight, individuals can delve into the fundamental motivations behind why people write poetry in the first place. This deeper understanding allows them to grasp the underlying emotions, thoughts, and observations that form the basis of poetic expression, enabling them to fully connect with and interpret poetry in all its dimensions.

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Poetry

By Peter Davison

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