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“The books turn out to be about things afterwards. I don't go into them with concepts, for the most part.”

Quote by Jesse Ball

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Jesse Ball is an American poet born on June 7, 1978. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound themes, and he is widely regarded as an outstanding figure in contemporary poetry. more

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