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Quote by Joy Harjo

“But come here, Fear. / I am alive! / And you are so afraid / of dying.”

Quote by Joy Harjo

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Joy Harjo is an American Indian poet born on May 9, 1951. Her work blends poetry, music, and visual art, exploring Native American culture, identity, and the female experience. Harjo is known for her unique voice and profound emotional expression, and her poetry has won numerous literary awards. more

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