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ALL THE DEAD DEARS, by             Poem Explanation     Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: Rigged poker-stiff on her back
Last Line: Riddled with ghosts, to lie / deadlocked with them, taking roots as cradles rock
Alternate Author Name(s): Hughes, Ted, Mrs.
Subject(s): Women




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