Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

Poetry surrounds us everywhere, but putting it on paper is, alas, not so easy as looking at it.

Poetry surrounds us everywhere, but putting it on paper is,

Summary

This quote suggests that poetry is present and accessible in our surroundings. However, the act of translating the beauty of poetry onto paper is not as simple as observing and appreciating it. It implies that capturing the essence and emotions conveyed by poetry require skill, creativity, and effort. Writing poetry involves a delicate process of transforming abstract thoughts and vivid experiences into written words that can evoke similar feelings in others.

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Poetry

By Vincent Van Gogh

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