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“Beauty stands and waits with gravity to start her death-defying leap”

Quote by Lawrence Ferlinghetti

Book:A Coney Island of the Mind

Work

A Coney Island of the Mind

This poetry collection delves into the complexities of city living and the emotional landscape of the human condition more

Author

Lawrence Ferlinghetti

Lawrence Ferlinghetti, born on March 24, 1919, is a renowned American poet whose works are known for their unique style and profound insights into social issues. more

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