My ted talk is going to be about poetry's existence in the social media world. Poetry always fascinates me in its versatile forms, profound expression, and unbounded imagination. However, it was the birth of social media and online publishing platform that totally transformed the way I read and write poems, but more importantly, the way I understand why and how poetry should thrive in the digital era despite doubts of its declining purpose in society.
I'm Haoran Tong, a first-year student at Amherst College from Beijing, China. I started encountering poetry since very young, and much of my source of inspiration comes from news and artworks online. Besides poetry, I’m also an enthusiastic singer. Recently, I joined Concert Choir and Glee Club in Amherst Choral Society. I also enjoy photography, calligraphy, and soccer. My academic interest rests on the intersection of law, literature, and societal patterns. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at [ Ссылка ]
