Quote by Rita Dove

There are distinct duties of a poet laureate. I plan a reading series at the Library of Congress and advise the librarian. The rest is how I want to promote poetry.

There are distinct duties of a poet laureate. I plan a readi

Summary

This quote emphasizes the specific responsibilities of a poet laureate. It suggests that one of the duties is organizing a reading series at the Library of Congress and providing guidance to the librarian. The quote also highlights that the individual has personal aspirations for promoting poetry but does not delve into specific details about these plans. Ultimately, it conveys the intention to actively contribute to the promotion and elevation of poetry within their role as a poet laureate.

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Poetry

By Rita Dove

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