Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Prose, words in their best order. Poetry, the best words in the best order.

Prose, words in their best order. Poetry, the best words in

Summary

This quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge highlights the distinction between prose and poetry. He suggests that prose focuses on arranging words coherently, while poetry goes one step further by meticulously selecting and organizing the most exceptional words to create an ideal expression. Coleridge's statement emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship and precision in poetry, suggesting that it involves a higher level of artistry than prose. The quote also implies that poetry embodies the elegance and power of language in its most refined form.

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By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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