Born on this day August 28, 1952, Rita Dove, an esteemed American poet and essayist, has significantly redefined the art of storytelling through her innovative approach to poetry. Her unique narrative style, which combines historical fact, personal memory, and lyrical expression, has broadened the scope and depth of contemporary poetry. She brings to life the …
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Feb 12 2022
“Flirtation” by Rita Dove
Flirtation After all, there’s no needto say anything at first. An orange, peeledand quartered, flares like a tulip on a wedgewood plateAnything can happen. Outside the sunhas rolled up her rugs and night strewn saltacross the sky. My heart is humming a tuneI haven’t heard in years! Quiet’s cool flesh—let’s sniff and eat it. There …