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“Well - I started writing - probably in the early 60s and by say '65-'66 I had read most of the poetry that had been published - certainly in the 20 years prior to that.” quote by Robert Adamson
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“Well - I started writing - probably in the early 60s and by say '65-'66 I had read most of the poetry that had been published - certainly in the 20 years prior to that.”

Robert Adamson

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Source Interview: Poetry Magazine, 1970

He began writing poetry in the early 60s, having read extensively before that.

In simple terms: He started writing after extensive reading in the 60s.

Key Takeaway

Read widely before creating your own work.

Themes

creative development reading poetry

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

educational reflective

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • personal journals
  • literary criticism

Key Concepts

Literary influence artistic growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your reading shape your writing?
  • What steps help transition from reader to writer?
A Different Perspective

Reading alone doesn’t guarantee originality.

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