“The modern essay has regained a good deal of its literary status in our time, much to the credit of Joseph Epstein.”
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Karl Shapiro
Karl Shapiro was an American poet born on November 10, 1913, and passed away on May 14, 2000. His poetry is known for its concise language and profound emotional expression, and Shapiro held a significant position in the American poetry scene of the 20th century. more
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