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“And into the close and mirrored catacombs of sleep We'll fall, and there in the faded light discover the bones, The dust, the bitter remains of someone who might have been Had we not taken his place.”

Quote by Mark Strand

Book:Blizzard of One

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Blizzard of One

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Mark Strand, born on April 11, 1934, was an influential American poet known for his concise and profound poetry. His works have won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, and have been translated into many languages, enjoying widespread international acclaim. more

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