Quote by James Broughton

Today the U.S. is farther from being nourished by poetry than it was a hundred years ago, when books of poems were best-sellers.

Today the U.S. is farther from being nourished by poetry tha

Summary

This quote suggests that in the present day, the United States has become more distant from finding inspiration and meaning in poetry. It highlights the decline of poetry's popularity compared to a century ago, where poetry books were best-sellers. The explanation implies a shift in societal preferences and interests away from poetry, indicating a potential loss of appreciation for the art form and its ability to enrich and nourish the soul.

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Poetry

By James Broughton

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