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In fact, in lyric poetry, truthfulness becomes recognizable as a ring of truth within the medium itself
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"In fact, in lyric poetry, truthfulness becomes recognizable as a ring of truth within the medium itself"

- Seamus Heaney

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Seamus Heaney's quote talks to the power of lyric poetry to convey truth. Heaney recommends that truthfulness is inherent in the medium of lyric poetry, and that it can be recognized by the reader. Heaney suggests that lyric poetry is a powerful tool for communicating fact, and that it can be used to communicate ideas and sensations in a way that is both meaningful and authentic. Heaney's quote recommends that lyric poetry is a powerful kind of expression, and that it can be used to interact reality in a manner that is both meaningful and effective. Heaney's quote talks to the power of lyric poetry to communicate fact, and to the importance of truthfulness in the medium. Heaney's quote motivates readers to recognize the power of lyric poetry to communicate reality, and to value the significance of truthfulness in the medium.

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Ireland Flag This quote is written / told by Seamus Heaney somewhere between April 13, 1939 and today. He/she was a famous Poet from Ireland. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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