Still falls the rain - dark as the world of man, black as our loss - blind as the nineteen hundred and forty nails upon the Cross.
Edith SitwellRead
It is part of the poet's work to show each man what he sees but does not know he sees.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The poet's role is to reveal deeper truths that people overlook in their daily lives.
This quote by Edith Sitwell emphasizes the poet's unique ability to illuminate the unnoticed aspects of life, inviting readers to see the world from fresh perspectives. By bringing attention to what individuals see but remain unaware of, poets help deepen our understanding and appreciation of our surroundings and experiences.
Themes
PoetPerceptionRevelationTruthCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a literary discussion about the role of poetry in society.
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