Analogies Quote by T. E. Hulme
“A poem is good if it contains a new analogy and startles the reader out of the habit of treating words as counters.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Poetry, 1914
Poetry should surprise readers with fresh analogies, breaking habitual word counting.
In simple terms: Poetry needs fresh analogies.
Use surprising analogies.
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When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- literature classes
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What analogy has reshaped your view of a concept?
- How do you balance novelty with clarity?
Overreliance on novelty can obscure meaning.