“The poet who speaks out of the deepest instincts of man will be heard. The poet who creates a myth beyond the power of man to realize is gagged at the peril of the group that binds him. He is the true revolutionary: he builds a new world.”
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Babette Deutsch
Babette Deutsch was a distinguished American poet celebrated for her lyrical and introspective poetry. Born on September 22, 1895, she delved into themes of love, nature, and the human experience throughout her life. Deutsch's poetry frequently reflected her Jewish heritage and her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated literary field. She passed away on November 13, 1982, leaving behind a legacy of profound and moving verse. more
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