Achievement Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“The crown of literature is poetry. It is its end and aim. It is the sublimest activity of the human mind. It is the achievement of beauty and delicacy. The writer of prose can only step aside when the poet passes.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham, 1944
Poetry is the highest form of literature, embodying beauty and the mind's finest expression; prose yields to it.
In simple terms: Poetry is literature's ultimate goal, expressing beauty and delicacy.
Key Takeaway
Recognize poetry's unique value in literature.
Themes
literature
poetry
beauty
Mood
appreciative
inspirational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching literature
- writing workshops
- literary criticism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
aesthetic
creative expression
human intellect
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes poetry distinct from prose?
- Can prose achieve similar beauty?
A Different Perspective
Prose can also convey profound ideas and emotions.
