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Deborah Landau Reads Anne Sexton

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Unveiling Abundance in American Poetry

American poetry currently reflects abundance and ecstasy in its newer and younger poets, as more people engage with poetry than ever before. The work of poets like in 'Death Notebooks' or 'the awful rowing toward God' has left a lasting impact on readers, showcasing a unique kind of abundance even while exploring themes of absence. This abundance is seen as a prevailing trait in contemporary American poetry, as evidenced by the exceptional books emerging from younger poets in recent years, instilling a sense of ecstasy and vibrancy in the field.

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