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“Morning" SUN That awakens Paris The highest poplar on the bank On The Eiffel Tower A tricolored cock Sings to the flapping of his wings and several feathers fall As it resumes its course The Seine looks between the bridges For her old route And the Obelisk That has forgotten the Egyptian words Has not blossomed this year SUN”

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The Cubist Poets in Paris: An Anthology

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Vicente Huidobro
Vicente Huidobro

Vicente Huidobro (January 10, 1893 - January 2, 1948) was a prominent Spanish-language poet from Chile, considered one of the most influential poets of the 20th century. His poetry style was unique, and he is recognized as one of the representatives of surrealistic poetry. more

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