“this body is home, my childhood is buried here, my sleep rises and sets inside, desire crested and wore itself thin between these bones— I live here.”
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The Private Life: Poems
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Lisel Mueller
Lisel Mueller, born on February 8, 1924, is an American poet of German descent. Her work is known for its profound emotion and unique style, often exploring themes of memory, history, and identity. more
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