“And I think that it is certainly possible that the objective universe can be affected by the poet. I mean, you recall Orpheus made the trees and the stones dance and so forth, and this is something which is in almost all primitive cultures. I think it has some definite basis to it. I'm not sure what. It's like telekinesis, which I know very well on a pinball machine is perfectly possible.”
Quote by Jack Spicer
Work
The House That Jack Built: The Collected Lectures of Jack Spicer
The book encompasses Spicer's insights on poetry and literary criticism, showcasing his unique perspective and intellectual depth. more
Author
Jack Spicer
Jack Spicer was an influential American poet known for his unique poetic style and experimental writing. His works are characterized by complex linguistic games and formal experiments, which have had a profound impact on subsequent poetic creation. more
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