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Dana Gioia on Learning, Poetry, and Studying with Miss Bishop

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The Language of Inner Lives

This chapter explores the deep connection between literature, especially poetry and novels, and the expression of our inner emotional landscapes. It highlights how literature acts as a companion that enables individuals to articulate complex feelings about experiences like marriage, parenthood, and grief. Through poignant discussions, the speakers reveal how poetry can transform personal pain into wisdom and serve as a refuge for navigating life’s profound challenges and joys.

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