“The torrent of the reaching shade Broke shadow into all its parts, What then had been of shadow made Found exigence in fits and starts.”
Quote by Allen Tate
Work
Collected Poems, 1919-1976
This volume compiles a selection of poems written over a significant period, showcasing the author's work across various themes and styles. more
Author
Allen Tate
Allen Tate, an American poet, was born on November 19, 1899, and passed away on February 9, 1979. He is renowned for his profound depiction of Southern culture and his unique contributions to modernism. more
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Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
“The twilight is long fingers and black hair.”
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
“What was I saying? An Egyptian king Once touched long fingers, which are not anything.”
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
“Punctilious abyss, the yawn of space Come once a day to suffocate the sight.”
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
“We are afraid that we have not lived. We are not afraid of dying.”
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976
“Men cannot live forever But they must die forever.”
Source: Collected Poems, 1919-1976