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“Sometimes I joke that I'm an Elizabethan who's had the misfortune to be alive during the reign of the wrong Elizabeth.”

Quote by George Fetherling

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George Fetherling
George Fetherling

George Fetherling, born on January 1, 1949, is an accomplished American poet whose works are known for their profound emotion and unique style. He is considered one of the significant voices in contemporary American poetry. more

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