“As regarding rhythm: to compose in the sequence of the musical phrase, not in sequence of a metronome.” Advocates flexible, speech-like musical movement in verse · Essay “Imagisme” (1913) Music Poetry
“To use absolutely no word that does not contribute to the presentation.” Expresses the Imagist ideal of precision and economy · Essay “Imagisme” (1913) Art Poetry
“Direct treatment of the “thing”, whether subjective or objective.” Calls for immediate presentation rather than indirect explanation · Essay “Imagisme” (1913) Art Truth
