“If every head of state and every government official spent an hour a day reading poetry we'd live in a much more humane and decent world.”
Quote by Mark Strand
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Mark Strand
Mark Strand, born on April 11, 1934, was an influential American poet known for his concise and profound poetry. His works have won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, and have been translated into many languages, enjoying widespread international acclaim. more
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