Jan Zwicky: Poetry

Jan Zwicky is Canadian philosopher. Explore interesting quotes on poetry.

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“Lyric poetry is a kind of poetry that's literally musical.”

Jan Zwicky

The Details interview with Jay Ruzesky (Winter 2008)

Music

“In my poetry, I am just as influenced by musicians or composers. As I am by people who create with words.”

Jan Zwicky

Griffin Prize Questionnaire June 2012
Griffin Poetry Prize Questionnaire

People

“Most poetry involves rhythmically structured or patterned language, avoiding what might be called 'a singing line.”

Jan Zwicky

The Details interview with Jay Ruzesky (Winter 2008)

Singing