Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

I wish our clever young poets would remember my homely definitions of prose and poetry; that is, prose = words in their best order; --poetry = the best words in the best order.

I wish our clever young poets would remember my homely defin

Summary

This quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge highlights the distinction between prose and poetry by offering simple definitions. It suggests that prose is characterized by arranging words in the most effective manner, while poetry goes further by selecting the finest words and organizing them in the optimal order. Coleridge urges young poets to embrace this understanding, emphasizing the importance of both selecting remarkable words and arranging them purposefully to create compelling poetry. This quote underscores the significance of language and structure in writing, encouraging poets to master the art of crafting extraordinary literary compositions.

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By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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