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Quote by Robert Lowell

“Life begins to happen. My hoppped up husband drops his home disputes, and hits the streets to cruise for prostitutes”

Quote by Robert Lowell

Book:Selected poems

Work

This book compiles a selection of poems that showcase the depth and diversity of the author's poetic voice, exploring a range of subjects and employing different literary techniques. more

Author

Robert Lowell was an influential American poet known for his complex personal life and profound poetic works. His poetry often explores themes of personal identity, history, and religion, and has had a significant impact on 20th-century American poetry. more

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