Been Quote by Andrew Motion
“Thanks partly to the kind of poets that we now have and partly to funding, there's been a gigantic shift in the way poetry is perceived... Poems on the Underground, poets in schools, football clubs, zoos.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Poetry in the Public Sphere, 2015
Poetry’s reach has expanded through schools, clubs, and public venues, changing its perception and accessibility.
In simple terms: Poetry now widely accessible.
Key Takeaway
Support and engage with community poetry.
Themes
culture
accessibility
education
Mood
enthusiastic
hopeful
Type
analytical
informative
When to use this quote
- schools
- community events
- media platforms
Key Concepts
literature
public art
Questions to Reflect On
- How does public poetry affect its value?
- What role should institutions play?
A Different Perspective
May dilute poetic standards.
