“What is poetry which does not save nations or people?”
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And, I mean, I think poetry does need to be met to some extent, especially, I guess, 19th century poetry, and for me, it's just been so worth the effort. It's like I'm planting a garden in my head.
Well, I had this little notion - I started writing when I was eleven, writing poetry. I was passionately addicted to it it was my great refuge through adolescence.
Some people swear by writing courses, but whether it really helps American poetry, I have doubts.
Poetry and prayer are very similar.
