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Mark Doty

Mark Doty (born 1953) is an American poet.

Mark Doty

Mark Doty

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Born
1953 · Maryville.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
poet
Education
Goddard College · Drake University
Known for
Turtle and Swan
Honours
Guggenheim Fellowship · Lambda Literary Award · National Book Award · National Book Award for Poetry · National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry
Languages
English

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Archives and collections
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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