“Even if you walk exactly the same route each time - as with a sonnet - the events along the route cannot be imagined to be the same from day to day, as the poet's health, sight, his anticipations, moods, fears, thoughts cannot be the same.”
Quote by A. R. Ammons
Work
Set in motion: essays, interviews, and dialogues
This book is a compilation of written and spoken works that delve into a range of topics, offering insights and perspectives on diverse subjects. more
Author
A. R. Ammons
A. R. Ammons was a prominent American poet recognized for his innovative use of free verse and his profound exploration of nature and the natural world. His work frequently reflected on the human experience and the interconnectedness of all things. more
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