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Ben Purkert Reads Jorie Graham

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Poetic Insight on Poems and Ideas

Poems should not merely paraphrase ideas but should instead embody and enact the essence of what is being expressed, transcending a mere description. It is vital for poets and writers to understand the depth of poetry, moving beyond mere concepts and constructs to create works that are profound and meaningful in their representation.

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