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Quote by Mark Strand

“The reality of a poem is a very ghostly one. It suggests, it suggests, it suggests again.”

Quote by Mark Strand

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Mark Strand, born on April 11, 1934, was an influential American poet known for his concise and profound poetry. His works have won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, and have been translated into many languages, enjoying widespread international acclaim. more

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