Technology vs. Literature

”Is it possible that literature, especially poetry, is something that a scientific civilization like ours will eventually outgrow?”

This quote is important because Frye is talking about the importance of literature in today's civilization, and how many people may not see a need for literature, especially poetry. I think literature plays a very important role in our society, it helps us expand our knowledge, and helps us become better readers. Even though our society is technology based, this does not mean we are in a scientific civilization, technology may involve science but not everybody enjoys learning about science, and many people do not always talk about science, or even talk about it at all. There are still many people today who are still very passionate about writing, and reading poetry, and if there is at least one person out there who is passionate about poetry they will make a need for it in today's society. There will always be a need for both science, and literature.

Poetry can relate to "The Love of Learning" because McCullough talks about taking the time to do the little things in life that are very important, such as tipping the maid. Many people are so busy that they forget to appreciate some of the simpler things in life. Poetry can describe the simplest object, and give it many characteristics to make people appreciate it more.