“Our masks, always in peril of smearing or cracking, in need of continuous check in the mirror or silverware, keep us in thrall to ourselves, concerned with our surfaces.”
Quote by Carolyn Kizer
Work
Cool, Calm, and Collected: Poems 1960-2000
This volume compiles a selection of poems written between 1960 and 2000, showcasing the author's work over a significant period of time. more
Author
Carolyn Kizer
Carolyn Kizer was a renowned American poet, born on December 10, 1925, and passed away on October 9, 2014. Her poetry is known for its profound humanistic concerns and unique artistic style, which has had a profound impact on American contemporary poetry. more