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About Carl Rakosi
Carl Rakosi (1903-2004) was an American poet associated with the Objectivist poets group. He was born in Berlin, Germany and later moved to the United States at a young age. Rakosi gained recognition for his modernist poetry that explored themes of language, identity, and society. His works often reflected his interest in psychology and philosophy, drawing from his diverse cultural background.
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