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Lucie Brock-Broido reads Franz Wright

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Finding Life in Poetry

Entering a poem is akin to seeking a deep and surprising experience, not merely for hope or solace. Some are drawn to poetry for life-sustaining qualities intertwined with humor and darkness, which differ from the traditional quest for hope and comfort.

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