Reading poetry was once viewed as a religious act, poets were perceived with the same respect as magicians and priests. It was also believed that poems could only be written with supernatural assistance. (Literature p.739) Today, poetry is often overlooked or not enjoyed to the fullest extent due to the level of difficulty understanding it. Poetry is not as important to today's society, and therefore the skills necessary to gain the fullest benefit from it …showed first 75 words of 1491 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1491 total…ts of it. In reading poetry, you have learned the steps to comprehend, you are familiar with some of the types of poetry, you know what to look for in the voice, and you have learned some important keys to grasping the meaning conveyed by a writer. Using the knowledge gained here will prove helpful the next time you read poetry and will stick with you for as long as you put it to use.