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“Translation makes me look at how a poem is put together in a different way, without the personal investment of the poem I'm writing myself, but equally closely technically.”

Quote by Marilyn Hacker

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Marilyn Hacker is an accomplished American poet, born on November 27, 1942. Her poetry is known for its profound emotion and unique style, and she has received numerous literary awards. more

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