“Ordering a man to write a poem is like commanding a pregnant woman to give birth to a red-headed child.”
Quote by Carl Sandburg
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Carl Sandburg
Carl Sandburg was a prominent American poet, writer, journalist, and editor. Born on January 6, 1878, in Illinois, he passed away on July 22, 1967. His works primarily depicted rural life in America, industrialization, and the working class, with notable works including 'Chicago' and 'The American Songbag'. more
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