Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

Poetry involves the mysteries of the irrational perceived through rational words.

Poetry involves the mysteries of the irrational perceived th

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This quote suggests that poetry taps into the realm of the irrational, delving into the depths of human emotions and experiences that may be inexplicable or intangible. However, it aims to make sense of these mysteries through the use of rational words and structure. In other words, poetry uses the beauty and power of language to convey and interpret the irrational aspects of life, allowing for a profound and unique understanding of the human condition.

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