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“That baby has got to learn things including remaining erect & on deck & all, her study of herself must include no wings. She's sturdy, beautiful, & she will do, unless the universal homage turns her head as it might well do mine, hypnotized by the Little Baby...”

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Book:The Dream Songs
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The Dream Songs

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John Berryman
John Berryman

John Berryman was an influential American poet known for his unique poetic style and profound personal experiences. His works often explore themes of self-identity, madness, and death, having a significant impact on 20th-century American poetry. more

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