“I will dance and resist and dance and persist and dance. This heartbeat is louder than death.”
Quote by Suheir Hammad
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Suheir Hammad
Suheir Hammad is a celebrated Palestinian-American poet whose work delves into themes of identity, politics, and social justice. Born on October 25, 1973, she has made a substantial impact on the literary world with her compelling poetry. more
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