"I grew up in a bookless house - my parents didn't read poetry, so if I hadn't had the chance to experience it at school I'd never have experienced it. But I loved English, and I was very lucky in that I had inspirational English teachers, Miss Scriven and Mr. Walker, and they liked us to learn poems by heart, which I found I loved doing."
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Carol Ann Duffy, born on December 23, 1955, in Glasgow, Scotland, is a celebrated poet, playwright, and the first woman to hold the position of Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom. Renowned for her poignant explorations of gender, identity, and social justice, Duffy's work often merges vivid imagery with emotional depth. Her notable collections, including "The World's Wife" and "Rapture," have solidified her legacy as a voice for contemporary feminism in poetry, captivating readers with her distinctive blend of wit and vulnerability. Duffy's contributions continue to resonate, inspiring future generations of poets and writers.
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"If I felt, in the event of a royal wedding, inspired to write about people coming together in marriage or civil partnership, I would just be grateful to have an idea for the poem. And if I didn't, I'd ignore it."
Carol Ann Duffy