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“Let me cradle myself back Into the darkness Of the half shapes ... Of the cauled beginnings ... Let me stir the attar of unused air, Elusive ... ironically fragrant As a dead queen's kerchief ... Let me blow the dust from off you ... Resurrect your breath Lying limp as a fan In a dead queen's hand.”

Quote by Lola Ridge

Book:Sun-up, and Other Poems

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Sun-up, and Other Poems

This volume features a selection of poems that delve into the imagery and symbolism of sunrise, capturing the essence of new beginnings and the transformative power of light. more

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Lola Ridge was an American poet born on December 12, 1873, and died on May 19, 1941. Her poetry is known for its strong personal emotion and profound social consciousness, reflecting issues such as the working class and women's rights. more

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