Breathing Quote by Robert Pinsky
“For Aliki Barnstone, poetry seems a natural medium. The vision and cadences of these poems suggest a sensibility for which poetry is as inevitable as breathing or eating.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Poetry of Aliki Barnstone,” The New Yorker, 2015
Poetry feels as essential to the poet as breathing, reflecting a natural sensibility.
In simple terms: Poetry is as natural as breathing for her.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the innate drive to create.
Themes
creativity
essence
artistry
Mood
reflective
admiring
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- reading groups
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
Aestheticism
literary theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does poetry shape your daily life?
- What makes a medium feel inevitable?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the effort behind craft.
