Bewilderment Quote by Matthea Harvey
“I don't think all poems need to be written in conversational language - those are often great poems but there should also be poems of incoherent bewilderment and muddled mystery.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Poetry and Language, 2015
Advocates for diverse poetic forms, including those that defy conventional coherence, to expand expressive possibilities.
In simple terms: Poems can be chaotic and mysterious.
Key Takeaway
Embrace experimental poetry.
Themes
creativity
form
language
expression
diversity
Mood
playful
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
challenging
When to use this quote
- creative writing workshops
- literary journals
- academic courses
- personal writing practice
Key Concepts
postmodernism
avant‑garde
literary theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does incoherence convey that clarity cannot?
- When is poetic chaos effective?
A Different Perspective
Experimental poetry may alienate readers accustomed to narrative clarity.
