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“Part of what we love about poetry is the fact that it seems ancient, that it has an authority of ancient language and ancient form, and that it's timeless, that it reaches back.”

Quote by Robert Morgan

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Robert Morgan is an American poet born on October 3, 1944. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and unique style, which has won him a wide audience. more

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