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John Frederick Nims Biography

Poet

John Frederick Nims, born on November 20, 1913, was an esteemed American poet. His poetry, known for its unique style and profound themes, has had a significant impact on subsequent generations of poets.

Love Poem Flowers In The Attic John Frederick Nims

Author:John Frederick Nims

“Only With words and people and love you move at ease.”

People Love Moving Love You And Love Ease

Book:Selected poems

Source: Selected poems

“For should your hands drop white and empty All the toys of the world would break.”

World Should Hands White Break Empty Toys

Book:Selected poems

Source: Selected poems

“We still like to make up stories, just as our ancestors did, which use personification to explain the great forces of our existence. Such stories, which explain how the world began or where the sun goes when it sets, we call myths. Mythology is a natural product of the symbolizing mind; poets, when not making up myths of their own, are still commanding ancient ones.”

World Mind Stills Stories Use Force Natural Existence Sun Poet Products Ancient Myth Mythology Ancestor Making Up Personification

Author:John Frederick Nims

About the Author

Born: November 20, 1913
Died: January 13, 1999
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 4

Books & Sources

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