"Poetry is the art of creating imaginary gardens with real toads."
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About Anthony Hecht
Anthony Hecht (1923-2004) was an American poet known for his mastery of traditional forms and his skillful use of language. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1968 and served as the Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress, now known as the Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. Hecht's work often dealt with themes of love, war, mortality, and the human experience, drawing on both personal and historical events for inspiration.
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