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“Poetry must be as new as foam & old as rock.” quote by Delmore Schwartz
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“Poetry must be as new as foam & old as rock.”

Delmore Schwartz

About This Quote

Source Poetry: The Collected Poems, Delmore Schwartz, 1962

Art must balance freshness and timelessness, merging innovation with enduring truth.

In simple terms: Poetry needs novelty and permanence.

Key Takeaway

Blend new ideas with lasting values.

Themes

creativity tradition artistic balance

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • classroom curricula
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory literary craft

Questions to Reflect On

  • What timeless truth can you express anew?
  • How do you keep work fresh?
A Different Perspective

Innovation can alienate audiences if not grounded.

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