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“I keep coming back to you in my head, but you couldn't know that, and I have no carbons.”

Quote by Adrienne Rich

Book:The Will to Change: Poems 1968-1970

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The Will to Change: Poems 1968-1970

This book is a compilation of poetry that reflects the themes and styles prevalent during the late 1960s and early 1970s. more

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Adrienne Rich was an American poet known for her profound poetry and feminist perspective. Her works explored themes such as gender, politics, and social justice, having a profound impact on contemporary poetry. more

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Book:The Will to Change: Poems 1968-1970

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