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“One of the things called forth by the Imagist movement in poetry was neatness; and when we say keenness, we mean neatness. A knife that is keen is also a knife that cuts neatly; it isn't brutal. Sharpness is different from brutality. Brutality is clumsy: it is wide - it has a lot of fist and thumb and no delicate finger.”

Quote by Eli Siegel

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Eli Siegel was an American poet, born on August 16, 1902, and died on November 8, 1978. His poetry is known for its profound philosophical thoughts and unique artistic style. more

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