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Alison Croggon
Alison Croggon

Alison Croggon is an Australian poet born in 1962. Her works are known for their deep emotional expression and social commentary. Croggon's poetry collections have won numerous literary awards in Australia, and her poetry has been widely translated and recognized internationally. more

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