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    The Last Days of Winter
    The Last Days of Winter
    The Last Days of Winter
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    The Last Days of Winter

    By Jacob Salzer

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    A collection of poetry consisting of the poet's memories, observations and reflections. Salzer's poetry encourages the reader to look within in order to find peace and silence, even in the midst of a busy, turbulent world.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLulu.com
    Release dateMay 6, 2014
    ISBN9781312170711
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