The dream songs

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The Dream Songs is a profound poetry collection by John Berryman, combining '77 Dream Songs' and 'His Toy, His Dream, His Rest'.

It explores themes of love, loss, vitality, and despair through a dream-like narrative.

The poems are characterized by their vivid lyricism and emotional depth, featuring Henry as a complex character embodying modern existential struggles.

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