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“When one's not writing poems - and I'm not at the moment - you wonder how you ever did it. It's like another country you can't reach.”

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May Sarton
May Sarton

American poet, born on May 3, 1912, and died on July 16, 1995. Known for her profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of natural landscapes, May Sarton's poetry has had a significant impact on contemporary poetry, earning her numerous literary awards. more

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