Famous quote by John Barton

An experienced reader uses the poem as an agent of inquiry. This makes poetry very exciting, unstable, and interactive

"An experienced reader uses the poem as an agent of inquiry. This makes poetry very exciting, unstable, and interactive"

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John Barton's quote talks to the power of poetry as a tool for expedition and discovery. By engaging with a poem as a representative of questions, readers can check out the depths of the poem and uncover new meanings and interpretations. This makes poetry an amazing and interactive experience, as readers can actively engage with the text and find new insights. The instability of poetry also contributes to its appeal, as readers can explore the poem from different angles and reveal new interpretations. By engaging with a poem as a representative of query, readers can check out the depths of the poem and discover brand-new significances and analyses. This makes poetry an exciting and interactive experience, as readers can actively engage with the text and discover brand-new insights.

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