The Poet and the PoemThe author summarizes his knowledge and lively opinions of the art, dealing with every aspect, from the moment of inspiration through the workshop labors, to publication and interpretation. |
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... heart ( which like an old frog knows the best endurance , croaking lamentation or laughter , remaining unobserved ) . Once a nimbler , dumb heart hopped in young response ; a touch could scratch it . Never saber more shall find it out ...
... heart ( which like an old frog knows the best endurance , croaking lamentation or laughter , remaining unobserved ) . Once a nimbler , dumb heart hopped in young response ; a touch could scratch it . Never saber more shall find it out ...
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... heart to wise up . I took that out because I hadn't said it very well and I wasn't sure it was true : it was too ... heart's learning to think . - What is the material for that poem ? The situation in the hospital is never mentioned ...
... heart to wise up . I took that out because I hadn't said it very well and I wasn't sure it was true : it was too ... heart's learning to think . - What is the material for that poem ? The situation in the hospital is never mentioned ...
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... heart - head dichotomy ( or heart - feet ) : The heart is still aching to seek , But the feet question " Whither ? " Ah , when to the heart of man Was it ever less than a treason To go with the drift of things , To yield with a grace to ...
... heart - head dichotomy ( or heart - feet ) : The heart is still aching to seek , But the feet question " Whither ? " Ah , when to the heart of man Was it ever less than a treason To go with the drift of things , To yield with a grace to ...
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an ear for poetry | 7 |
amateur tradesman professional | 17 |
enter the critic | 27 |
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