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“Harriet Levin [is] a shining poet in her generation.... The dynamics of her language and her vigorous voice distinguish all her poems. Levin's fearless willingness to tackle any subject combines with her subtle intelligence to produce a rare reading experience, the moving, psychologically sophisticated and intriguing work of a poet with both guts and craft”

Quote by Molly Peacock

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Molly Peacock
Molly Peacock

Molly Peacock is an American poet born in 1947. Her work is known for its unique style and profound emotional depth, covering a wide range of themes including love, family, art, and nature. She has won numerous awards for her poetry, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. more

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