A chilly Peace infests the Grass

A chilly Peace infests the Grass
The Sun respectful lies --
Not any Trance of industry
These shadows scrutinize --
Whose Allies go no more astray
For service or for Glee --
But all mankind deliver here
From whatsoever sea --

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American poet known for her unconventional use of form and syntax. Most of her work was published posthumously.

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