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77 Dream Songs: Poems

This volume contains 77 poems that delve into the realm of dreams, offering a unique perspective on the subconscious mind and its influence on human experience. more

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John Berryman
John Berryman

John Berryman was an influential American poet known for his unique poetic style and profound personal experiences. His works often explore themes of self-identity, madness, and death, having a significant impact on 20th-century American poetry. more

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“Brother woke just after midnight and he didn't make a sound, and as he climbed from out of bed with severed rings around his head, his feet didn't touch the ground. I could feel it then-a tiny miracle-so I followed him into the woods, crossed beneath the trees but only I left my prints in tow, he was afloat. He found a lonely tree and tied himself within its limbs, and he said to me these words: 'Don't you fear for me, I am where I'm supposed to be.'”