Peter Meinke Quotes

A collection of quotes by Peter Meinke.

Peter Meinke is an accomplished American poet and author. Born in 1932, Meinke had a distinguished career as a professor of literature and creative writing at Eckerd College in Florida. Known for his insightful and deeply personal poetry, he has published numerous collections, including "The Contracted World" and "Lucky Bones." Meinke is well-regarded for his ability to capture ordinary moments and infuse them with profound meaning. His works have received critical acclaim and have been widely anthologized. Throughout his career, Meinke has also served as a mentor and advocate for aspiring writers.

I loved a woman whose beauty Like the moon moved all the hum

I loved a woman whose beauty Like the moon moved all the humming heavens to music till the stars with their tiny teeth burst into song and I fell on the ground before her while the sky hardened and she laughed and turned me down softly, I was so young.

Peter Meinke

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