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“But in a lot of ways my poems are very conventional, and it's no big deal for me to write a poem in either free verse or strict form; modern poets can, and do, do both.”

Quote by Andrew Motion

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Andrew Motion is a renowned British poet, born on October 26, 1952. His works are known for their profound emotion and unique style, earning him widespread acclaim. more

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