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Marguerite Young

I'm quite sure that most writers would sustain real poetry if they could, but it takes devotion and talent.

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Marguerite Young suggests that many writers have the potential to create true poetry, but achieving it requires both dedication and natural ability. She emphasizes that simply being a writer is not enough; one must commit deeply and possess genuine talent to produce authentic poetic work.

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