"Poetry is partly sympathy, don't you think? If it's any good, it gets people to think about others' points of view."
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Edwin Morgan (1920-2010) was a celebrated Scottish poet, translator, and academic, revered for his innovative contributions to contemporary poetry. Born in Glasgow, he emerged as a key figure in the Scottish literary scene, capturing the essence of urban life and the human experience with a unique blend of humor and poignancy. Notably, Morgan was the first Scottish Makar, or national poet, serving from 2004 until his passing. His legacy endures through his profound works, which continue to inspire and resonate with readers today.
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"Translated poetry filled the no-man's-land between my own work and other writers', and I found this fascinating to explore."
Edwin Morgan"I just discovered when I was, oh, 12 or 13, that I was very interested in language - and this showed itself as poetry. There was no looking back."
Edwin Morgan