“It is no use thinking that writing of poems - the actual writing - can accommodate itself to a social setting, even the most sympathetic social setting of a workshop composed of friends. It cannot. The work improves there and often the will to work gets valuable nourishment and ideas. But, for good reasons, the poem requires of the writer not society or instruction, but a patch of profound and unbroken solitude.”
This book serves as a resource for readers seeking to explore the intricacies of poetry. It covers various aspects of poetic forms, techniques, and styles, offering insights into the craft of writing and reading poetry. more
Mary Oliver is a renowned American poet, born on September 10, 1935. Her poetry is known for its profound depiction of the natural world and delicate insights into life. Oliver's style is simple and direct, which has won her a wide audience. more
“I have not learned how often I Can win, can love, but choose to die.”
“Composition for me is, externally at least, scarcely distinguishable from catatonia.”
“Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new.”