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“I think the reason I've published so few books is that I have a pretty high expectation of self-reinvention between books and I would prefer to have been in this world and published fewer works than I would publishing the books that would reveal the process of the changes.”

Quote by Lucie Brock-Broido

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Lucie Brock-Broido

Lucie Brock-Broido is an American poet known for her distinctive style and profound emotional expression. Born on May 22, 1956, her poetry often delves into themes of human existence, including love, death, loneliness, and memory. more

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