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4th of july Quote by e. e. cummings

“It is with roses and locomotives (not to mention acrobats Spring electricity Coney Island the 4th of July the eyes of mice and Niagara Falls) that my poems are competing.” quote by e. e. cummings
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“It is with roses and locomotives (not to mention acrobats Spring electricity Coney Island the 4th of July the eyes of mice and Niagara Falls) that my poems are competing.”

e. e. cummings

About This Quote

Source Poem: "the great figure" by e. e. cummings, 1918

The poet likens his verses to a chaotic collage of vivid, modern images, suggesting creativity thrives on juxtaposing disparate elements.

In simple terms: Poems blend wild, modern images.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected combinations in writing.

Themes

creativity modernism juxtaposition

Mood

playful energetic confident

Type

literary experimental artistic

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • advertising copy
  • song lyrics
  • visual art
  • experimental theater

Key Concepts

surrealism collage imagism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can contrast enhance meaning?
  • When does chaos distract?
A Different Perspective

May overwhelm readers seeking clear narrative.

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