Art in its highest form is art that serves and instructs society and human development.
Harry BelafonteRead
Writing poetry is what I am. I wouldn’t know what else to be.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Poetry defines the essence of the poet's identity and purpose.
In this quote, Alice Notley expresses that writing poetry is not just a hobby or profession for her; it is integral to her identity. The sentiment reflects a deep connection between the poet's existence and their craft, suggesting that without poetry, the poet would feel lost or incomplete.
Themes
PoetryIdentityCreationSelfArt
In practice
Example use cases
During a poetry reading, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of poetry in a poet's life.
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