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Jana Prikryl Reads Anne Carson

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Exploring '30,000 Islands' by Ann Carson

Jana Prikryl shares insights on Ann Carson's poem '30,000 Islands,' discussing its elemental qualities, symbolism, and portrayal of Mr. Dialect in a unique setting. The narrative delves into themes of belonging, self-perception, and the balance between individuality and conformity within the environment of the islands.

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