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“If history is a record of survivors, Poetry shelters other voices.”

Quote by Susan Howe

Book:The Birth-mark: Unsettling the Wilderness in American Literary History

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The Birth-mark: Unsettling the Wilderness in American Literary History

This book delves into the complex representation of the wilderness in American literary history, analyzing how authors have utilized the wilderness as a metaphor for societal and individual anxieties, as well as a space for exploration and transformation. more

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Susan Howe is a renowned American poet, born on June 10, 1937. Her poetry is known for its unique narrative style and profound cultural depth, encompassing a wide range of subjects including history, literature, and philosophy. more

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