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“A good poem looks life straight in the face, unflinching, sincere, equal to revelation through loss or gain.”

Quote by David Whyte

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David Whyte, born on November 2, 1955, is a renowned poet whose works are known for their profound emotion and philosophical insights. His poetry covers themes of life, nature, and the human condition. more

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