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Ezra Pound 1885 (Hailey) – 1972 (Venice)

Free verse
When I carefully consider the curious habits of dogs
I am compelled to conclude
That man is the superior animal.

When I consider the curious habits of man
I confess, my friend, I am puzzled.
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Written on 1952

Modified by acronimous on December 16, 2021

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Ezra Pound

Ezra Weston Loomis Pound was an American expatriate poet and critic of the early modernist movement. more…

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Discuss the poem "Meditatio" with the community...

2 Comments
  • luisestable1
    luisestable1
    What a contract is seen in this. When I see dogs... But when I see man...
    This is a good poem of which much can be said. The language is simple but speaks much.
    LikeReply1 month ago
  • VandhukK33
    VandhukK33
    My dear Ezar pound.
    LikeReply1 month ago

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