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“Many seek and never see, anyone can tell them why. O they weep and O they cry and never take until they try unless they try it in their sleep and never some until they die. I ask many, they ask me. This is a great mystery.”

Quote by Allen Ginsberg

Work

Collected Poems 1947-1997

This collection brings together the poems written by a notable American poet throughout the mid to late twentieth century. The date range spanning from 1947 to 1997 encompasses the poet's mature artistic period, during which significant literary movements emerged and evolved. The volume serves as a retrospective of poetic development, showcasing the evolution of style, themes, and voice across five decades of creative work. As a collected edition, it provides readers with an overview of the poet's contributions to American literature, including works that addressed contemporary social issues, explored personal introspection, and engaged with the cultural transformations of the era. more

Author

Allen Ginsberg
Allen Ginsberg

Allen Ginsberg, born on June 3, 1926, was an influential American poet. Known for his free-form poetry and profound political and social commentary, he was one of the key figures of the Beat Generation. Ginsberg's landmark poem 'Howl' was first published in 1956, becoming a milestone in American literary history. more

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