Achievement Quote by Jennifer Egan
“I'm partial to epic poetry, which might be surprising given that I don't write poetry at all. The combination of rollicking storytelling with musical language seems to me the highest achievement.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary interview, Jennifer Egan, 2015
Expresses love for epic poetry’s blend of storytelling and musical language, valuing it as a high artistic achievement.
In simple terms: Epic poetry merges story and music.
Appreciate narrative rhythm.
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When to use this quote
- reading clubs
- creative writing
- performance arts
- educational curricula
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Questions to Reflect On
- How does musical language enhance narrative?
- What modern forms emulate epic poetry?
May seem nostalgic.