“I was under twenty when I deliberately put it to myself one night after good conversation that there are moments when we actually touch in talk what the best writing can only come near. The curse of our book language is not so much that it keeps forever to the same set phrases . . . but that it sounds forever with the same reading tones. We must go out into the vernacular for tones that haven't been brought to book.”
Quote by Robert Frost
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The Letters of Robert Frost
This book presents a comprehensive selection of letters written by Robert Frost, offering insights into his personal life, poetic development, and thoughts on literature and society. more
Author
Robert Frost
Robert Frost, born on March 26, 1874, and died on January 29, 1963, was one of the most renowned poets of the 20th century in the United States. He is known for his profound philosophy and unique poetic style, which often explores themes such as nature, life, and morality. more
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