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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
PROMISES: 8. FOUNDING FATHERS, NINETEENTH-CENTURY STYLE, SOUTHEAST U.S, by ROBERT PENN WARREN Poem Explanation Poet Analysis Poet's Biography First Line: They were human, they suffered, wore long black coat and gold watch chain Last Line: God's closing hand | |||
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