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“If only we could touch the things of this world at their center, if we could only hear tiny leaves of birch struggling toward April, then we would know.”

Quote by Sam Hamill

Book:Destination zero: poems, 1970-1995

Work

Destination zero: poems, 1970-1995

This book is a compilation of poems written over a quarter-century, showcasing the author's creative expression and thematic evolution throughout the decades. more

Author

Sam Hamill is an American poet born on September 5, 1943. His poetry is deeply influenced by Zen Buddhism and Eastern philosophy, known for its profound thinking and unique linguistic style. more

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