In working on a poem, I love to revise. Lots of younger poets don't enjoy this, but in the process of revision I discover things. (Rita Dove)

In working on a poem, I love to revise. Lots of younger poets don't enjoy this, but in the process of revision I discover things.

Rita Dove

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