The Line of Wit: First Thoughts on a Defence

Michael Francis Sharkey

The Line of Wit: First Thoughts on a Defence

Michael Francis Sharkey

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I'm attracted to poetry that realises the near-indefinable quality of wit. I'm also aware that the display of wit for its own sake is a dead end for poets. A mind alert to punning possibilities and opportunities for one liners does not guarantee anything more memorable than a gag and a reputation for producing non-serious work. Some forms of wit are tiresome, and some may advertently or otherwise alienate readers: caustic and satiric wit offends those who are its victims.

Original language	English
Pages	76-79
Volume	2
No.	4
Specialist publication	Blue Dog: Australian Poetry
Publication status	Published - 2003

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Australian Literature (excl Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Literature)

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