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Aria Aber Reads Frank Bidart

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Humor in Grief and Lightness in Poetry

Humor has always been intertwined with grief, reflecting changes in ethics and funeral practices. Poetry can offer a sense of lightness, both in terms of humor and feeling light within oneself. The use of humor in poetry can create a parallel between grave moments and moments of lightness, providing a unique perspective on grief and life.

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