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Poet

Marvin Bell is an American poet born on August 3, 1937. His poetry is known for its concise language and profound emotion, winning the hearts of readers.

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“Poetry is the least imposition on silence in a world of chatter.”

World Silence Poetry Is Chatter Imposition

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“Prose is prose because of what it includes; poetry is poetry because of what it leaves out.”

Prose Poetry Is

Book:A Marvin Bell reader: selected poetry and prose

Source: A Marvin Bell reader: selected poetry and prose

About the Author

Born: August 3, 1937
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 12

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