“What dance achieves, what play and sex achieve are the same thing that poetry achieves. They transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.”
Quote by Jamake Highwater
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Jamake Highwater
Jamake Highwater, born James Howard Highwater, was an American writer, scholar, and artist. His work spanned various literary genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. Highwater is renowned for his profound understanding and rich depiction of Native American culture, which has had a significant impact on contemporary Native American literature. more
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