“While excess can be fun when writing nature poems, many poets find minimalism is preferable. Emily Dickinson wrote several nature poems — often in fewer than 10 lines — including ‘Who robbed the woods’ and ‘My river runs to thee.’
One of the most concise poetic forms is also a nature poem: the haiku!
Many poets debate the number of lines and syllables (not everyone believes in the 5-7-5), but every haiku poet agrees haiku should focus on a brief moment, provide a sense of enlightenment, and offer a cutting and season word.”
Excerpt from “Poetic Asides” by Robert Lee Brewer, Writer’s Digest, July/August 2024.
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