Quote:
Marilyn:
"Below are two opposing statements about poetry that reflect views commonly held by readers, critics and practicing poets. Where do you stand on this issue? Choose one statement (no compromising!) and write a few sentences defending it."
a. A poem means whatever a reader perceives it to mean. All readers' interpetations are equally valid.
b. A poem means what its author intended it to mean. The best interpretations come closest to that.
Any thoughts on how you might respond to this?
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For me, poetry is more about the
sound than the
meaning.
Robert Meyer