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“How much more beautiful is the moon, Slanting down the gauffered branches of a plum-tree; The moon Wavering across a bed of tulips; The moon, Still, Upon your face. You shine, Beloved, You and the moon. But which is the reflection?”

Quote by Amy Lowell

Book:Che ore sono?: poesie

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Che ore sono?: poesie

This book is a compilation of various poems, exploring themes and emotions through verse. more

Author

Amy Lowell was an American poet known for her innovative use of free verse and her influential role in the Imagist movement. Born on February 9, 1874, she was a prominent figure in the literary world of her time. Lowell's work often explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, and she was known for her bold and unorthodox approach to poetry. She passed away on May 12, 1925. more

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