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“He called her: mother of pearl, barley woman, rice provider, millet basket, corn maid, flax princess, all-maker, weef She called him: fawn, roebuck, stag, courage, thunderman, all-in-green, mountain strider, keeper of forests, my-love-rides”

Quote by Judy Grahn

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The queen of wands: poetry

This poetry collection delves into a variety of subjects, including love, nature, and the human experience, with a focus on evocative language and emotional depth. more

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Judy Grahn
Judy Grahn

Judy Grahn is an American poet born on July 28, 1940. Known for her feminist perspective, her works explore themes of female identity, gender equality, and women's history. Her poetry collection 'Women's Work' is a classic in feminist literature. more

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