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“We all exist in similar systems that mirror and reproduce the same American culture for the most part. What Oscar Wilde said about the lucky author who has a non-literary day job no longer holds, if it ever did. Artists seek validation as much as they seek money. The creation and invention of culture and canon is where most of the trouble lies.”

Quote by Fady Joudah

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Fady Joudah is a Lebanese-born poet known for his translations and original works of Arabic poetry. His poetry blends personal experiences, cultural background, and profound social commentary. more

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