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I still read Donne, particularly his love poems
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"I still read Donne, particularly his love poems"

- Carol Ann Duffy

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In this quote, Carol Ann Duffy expresses her appreciation for the poet John Donne and his love poems. Regardless of the passage of time, she still finds worth in his work and continues to read it. This might suggest that Donne's writing has a timeless quality that goes beyond generations and remains relevant even in contemporary times. Furthermore, making use of the word "particularly" implies that Duffy has an unique affinity for Donne's love poems, maybe finding them especially moving or relatable. Overall, this quote highlights the enduring impact of Donne's writing and the enduring power of love poetry.

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Carol Ann Duffy This quote is written / told by Carol Ann Duffy somewhere between December 23, 1955 and today. She was a famous Poet from United Kingdom. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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