“My theory is that poems are written because of a state of emotional irritation. It may be present for some time before the poet is conscious of what is tormenting him. The emotional irritation springs, probably, from subconscious combinations of partly forgotten thoughts and feelings. Coming together, like electrical currents in a thunder storm, they produce a poem. ... the poem is written to free the poet from an emotional burden.”
Quote by Sara Teasdale
Work
Mirror of the Heart: Poems of Sara Teasdale
This volume features a selection of poems by the American poet Sara Teasdale, known for her emotive and introspective verses that delve into the complexities of human emotions and the beauty of the natural world. more
Author
Sara Teasdale
Sara Teasdale was an American poet known for her lyrical poetry. Her works are characterized by their concise and emotive language, which has won her a wide readership. Born on August 8, 1884, she passed away on January 29, 1933. more
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