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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... satirist It is in one genre of poetry , especially , that a conventional , one might almost say reactionary , mind - set is essential the writing of satire . In 1961 , Life magazine announced the dawning of a new age of American satire ...
... satirist It is in one genre of poetry , especially , that a conventional , one might almost say reactionary , mind - set is essential the writing of satire . In 1961 , Life magazine announced the dawning of a new age of American satire ...
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... satire must , I think , employ it . True , the Latin satirists , writing in another tradition , managed without rhyme , but now that we have this resource , we simply lose force if we neglect to use it . The rhythm may jolt and strain ...
... satire must , I think , employ it . True , the Latin satirists , writing in another tradition , managed without rhyme , but now that we have this resource , we simply lose force if we neglect to use it . The rhythm may jolt and strain ...
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... satirist to come ( being too deeply embroiled myself in the doubts , ambiguities and retreats which have made satire impossible in recent times ) ; but I would predict that the platform will be built on a perception of and attachment to ...
... satirist to come ( being too deeply embroiled myself in the doubts , ambiguities and retreats which have made satire impossible in recent times ) ; but I would predict that the platform will be built on a perception of and attachment to ...
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an ear for poetry | 7 |
amateur tradesman professional | 17 |
enter the critic | 27 |
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