“It's not as if I'm trying to write crossword puzzles to which one might find an answer at the back of the book or anything like that.”
Quote by Paul Muldoon
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Paul Muldoon
Paul Muldoon, born on June 20, 1951, is an accomplished Irish poet. His works are renowned for their unique style and profound themes, and he is widely considered one of the most outstanding poets of the latter half of the 20th century. more
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