“Poetry is the synthesis of hyacinths and biscuits.”– Carl Sandburg Related Quotes “Every now and then I read a poem that does touch something in me, but I never turn to poetry for solace or pleasure in the way that I throw myself into prose.”– J. K. Rowling “One merit of poetry few persons will deny: it says more and in fewer words than prose.”– Voltaire “As an actor, there is room for a certain amount of creativity, but you’re always ultimately going to be saying somebody else’s words. I don’t think I’d have the stamina, skill or ability to write a novel, but I’d love to write short stories and poetry, because those are my two passions.”– Daniel Radcliffe