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Penguin Modern Poets 3: Your Family, Your Body

This volume is part of the Penguin Modern Poets series, which showcases a selection of modern poetry. The poems within this collection delve into personal and familial relationships, as well as the physical aspects of the human experience. more

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Sharon Olds
Sharon Olds

Sharon Olds is a renowned American contemporary poet, born on November 19, 1942. Her poetry is known for its straightforward and candid style, often exploring themes of love, family, and death through personal experiences. more

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“I'm not good for you. I don't know why you make me want you so bad. I was angry with myself when I said all that earlier. I was mad because I wanted you in a way I'd never experienced before. Before you, I just wanted to excel in football and school. I wanted my parents to be proud of me. But now, I want other things too. You get to me in a way I don't understand”

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