Mouths Quote by Margaret Atwood
“Screw poetry, it’s you I want, your taste, rain on you, mouth on your skin.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished verse by Margaret Atwood, 2021
The speaker dismisses poetry, seeking personal connection and sensory intimacy instead.
In simple terms: Rejects poetry for personal desire.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine connection.
Themes
desire
sensory experience
intimacy
rejection of art
Mood
intimate
confessional
Type
poetic
personal
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- creative writing workshop
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Romantic longing
personal authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the speaker truly crave?
- Can poetry fulfill the same need?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of artistic expression.
