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“One can't work/by limelight.//A bowlful/right at/one's elbow//produces no/more than/a baleful/glow against/the kitchen table.//The fruit purveyor's/whole unstable/pyramid//doesn't equal/what daylight did.”

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Kay Ryan
Kay Ryan

Kay Ryan is a renowned American contemporary poet, born on September 21, 1945. Her poetry is known for its simplicity and depth, and has been widely praised for its unique perspective and stylistic approach. She has received numerous literary awards and is considered an important figure in the American poetry scene. more

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