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“The progress of any writer is marked by those moments when he manages to outwit his own inner police system.”

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Ted Hughes
Ted Hughes

Ted Hughes was a renowned British poet, born on August 17, 1930, and passed away on October 28, 1998. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound emotional expression, and he is considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century. more

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