Barbara, with respect to your post #12, I cited Tim L's definition of the "ordinary reader" as evidence that a problem exists: in my view, poetry has swung too far away from the general public.
Like Tim M, I write and recite primarily for non-literary audiences.
John
PS I cross-posted with Maryann.
Last edited by John Beaton; 08-11-2012 at 06:15 PM.
Reason: Added PS
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