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The Parable of the Solicitor and the Poet

Poetry with Simon Armitage

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Elegy and Transformation: A Reflection on Beauty and Loss

This chapter explores a poem that intertwines themes of beauty and loss, revealing how everyday moments can become profound reflections on human experience. Through a juxtaposition of celebratory imagery and somber realities, it delves into historical traumas and collective grief, ultimately portraying resilience in the face of sorrow.

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