Carol Muske-Dukes, an acclaimed American poet, author, and professor, is renowned for her insightful, vividly expressive poetry. Her work often explores themes of loss, relationships, and the female experience. It is celebrated for its emotional depth, intellectual rigor, and the elegant interplay of personal and political narratives.
‘August, Los Angeles, Lullaby’ by Carol Muske-Dukes is a contemporary poem about bringing life into the world and the worries that plague a mother after giving birth.
The pure amnesia of her face,
newborn. I looked so far
into her that, for a while,
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