Marianne Moore

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Marianne Moore (November 15, 1887 – February 5, 1972) was an American Modernist poet and writer noted for her irony and wit.. American Modernist poet and writer


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Quote Left My father used to say superior people never make long visits. Quote Right
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Quote Left War is pillage versus resistance and if illusions of magnitude could be transmuted into ideals of magnanimity, peace might be realized. Quote Right
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Quote Left If you will tell me why the fen appears impassable, I then will tell you why I think that I can cross it if I try. Quote Right
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Quote Left Egotism is usually subversive of sagacity. Quote Right
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Quote Left As contagion of sickness makes sickness, contagion of trust can make trust. Quote Right
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Quote LeftYou've charmed us. It is a privilege to compete in the inspirational poetry contests you design and judge. You give this community of poets something to write about; something to reach for; a reason to try new poetry forms; and a way to measure success. Your contests are enjoyable and your efforts are praiseworthy. Thank you!Quote Right

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