Finish line Quote by Robert Frost
““The promising young poets, the hopefuls? I'd name Richard Wilbur, Peter Viereck, Karl Shapiro, Elizabeth Bishop, Robert Lowell, John Ciardi...Leonard Bacon...but it is still too early to assertions. They're all 'in the field.' It remains to be seen how many will cross the finish line.””
About This Quote
The quote cautions against premature judgments about emerging poets, emphasizing that true literary success is only evident over time.
In simple terms: Early acclaim is uncertain.
Key Takeaway
Patience needed to assess lasting impact.
Themes
Literary criticism
Poetry
Talent development
Uncertainty
Evaluation
Mood
Reflective
Cautious
Thoughtful
Type
Observation
Cautionary note
When to use this quote
- Literary conferences
- University creative writing programs
- Publishing houses evaluating new poets
- Literary award committees
Key Concepts
Poetry
Literary reputation
Career trajectory
Critical assessment
Practical Applications
- Curating anthologies
- Mentoring emerging poets
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we distinguish lasting merit from fleeting popularity?
- What criteria should guide early literary criticism?
