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Quote by Mark Van Doren

“The job of the poet is to render the world-to see it and report it without loss, without perversion. No poet ever talks about feelings. Only sentimental people do.”

Quote by Mark Van Doren

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Mark Van Doren was an American poet, scholar, and literary critic. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and beautiful language. Born on June 13, 1894, he passed away on December 10, 1972. more

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