“The great modern heresy in poetry is to confuse the use we make of words in a poem with modalities of speech...For true poetry is never speech but always a song.”
Quote by Herbert Read
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Herbert Read
Herbert Read was a British poet, critic, and philosopher, known for his contributions to aesthetics and advocacy for the arts. His work often delved into themes of social justice and the role of the artist in society. more
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Source: A One-man Manifesto and Other Writings for Freedom Press
“I'm just an awkward old maid with a very great affection for men.”
“Nothing can make me madder than lawyers who don't care about others.”
“Vengeance is a personal reaction. But not one that government can indulge in.”
“I made the decision long ago that to be afraid would be to diminish my life.”
“The trouble with men is that they have limited minds. That's the trouble with women, too.”