Quote by TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

It seems just possible that a poem might happen to a very young man: but a poem is not poetry --That is a life.

It seems just possible that a poem might happen to a very yo

Summary

This quote suggests that while a young person may stumble upon writing a poem, the act of composing a single poem does not define one as a poet. True poetry, on the other hand, is seen as a reflection of a person's entire life and experiences, indicating that being a poet goes beyond merely writing a single piece of verse. It emphasizes the idea that poetry is a lifelong practice and commitment rather than a singular act or momentary creation.

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By TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

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