Wood Quote by Susan Howe
““we that were wood when that wide wood was in a physical Universe playing with words bark be my limbs my hair be leaf Bride be my bow my lyre my quiver ””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Red Word, Susan Howe, 1998
The poem blends natural imagery with self‑identity, suggesting the speaker’s body and language are intertwined with the forest and its elements.
In simple terms: Nature and language merge in the speaker’s identity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how language shapes self‑perception.
Themes
identity
nature
language
poetry
Mood
contemplative
lyic
Type
poetic
literary
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- personal reflection
- environmental education
Key Concepts
metaphor
interconnectedness
self‑construction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the forest imagery affect your sense of self?
- In what ways does language act as a limb?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may obscure concrete meaning for some readers.
