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“I've begun to recognize myself as a Catholic writer because my whole notion of the image, of symbol, of art and what it can do, has been conditioned by my immersion in Catholic culture, ritual, and art since my earliest days. Catholicism seeped into me through every pore. Catholicism is about seeping and pores!”

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Joyelle McSweeney

Joyelle McSweeney is an American poet born in 1976. Her work is known for its unique style and profound themes, exploring issues such as nature, cultural identity, and gender. more

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