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Kay Ryan is a renowned American contemporary poet, born on September 21, 1945. Her poetry is known for its simplicity and depth, and has been widely praised for its unique perspective and stylistic approach. She has received numerous literary awards and is considered an important figure in the American poetry scene.

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“In the hills giant oaks Fall upon their knees You can touch parts You have no right to”

Tree Touch Oaks Crown

Author:Kay Ryan

“CROWN Too much rain loosens trees. In the hills giant oaks fall upon their knees. You can touch parts you have no right to— places only birds should fly to.”

Should Fall Too Much Tree Bird Rain Hills Knees Giants Crowns Oaks

Book:Say Uncle: Poems

Source: Say Uncle: Poems

“It seems like many people think that if you drive yourself crazy, then you can write. I’m absolutely not interested in that. It made sense to me to be as whole and well as I could be, and as happy. I wanted to see what a fortunate life would produce. What writing would come out of a mind that didn’t try to torment itself? What did I have to know? What did I have to do rather than what can I torment and bend myself into doing? What was the fruit on that tree?”

People Ifs Thinking Knows Writing Trying Mind Wells Made Whole Seems Wanted Tree Crazy Produce Fruit Fortunate Not Interested Torment Fortunate Life

Author:Kay Ryan

About the Author

Born: September 21, 1945
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 29

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