“Mountains define you. You cannot define / Them.”
Quote by May Sarton
Work
Collected Poems: 1930–1993
The book features a selection of poems that reflect the author's creative journey over a significant portion of their career, showcasing their evolution and thematic concerns throughout the decades. more
Author
May Sarton
American poet, born on May 3, 1912, and died on July 16, 1995. Known for her profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of natural landscapes, May Sarton's poetry has had a significant impact on contemporary poetry, earning her numerous literary awards. more
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“making order out of disorder any time, anywhere, can be regarded as a sacrament.”
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“Words are my passion / And out of them and me / I would create beauty.”