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Quote by A. R. Ammons

“Though I have looked everywhere / I can find nothing lowly / in the universe.”

Quote by A. R. Ammons

Book:Expressions of sea level

Work

Expressions of sea level

This volume delves into the emotional and metaphorical dimensions of the sea, offering readers a poetic journey through the ocean's vastness and its many moods. more

Author

A. R. Ammons was a prominent American poet recognized for his innovative use of free verse and his profound exploration of nature and the natural world. His work frequently reflected on the human experience and the interconnectedness of all things. more

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