Mary Oliver (born September 10, 1935) is an American poet who has won the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize. The New York Times described her as "far and away, best-selling poet".
Read more about Mary Oliver: Early Life, Adult Life and Career, Poetic Identity, Critical Reviews, Selected Awards and Honors
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