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Gathering the Self: Poems of the Heart
By David Bayard
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Finding the true self—these bold and honest writings are part of the author's journey to recover his own truth. You’ll see yourself mirrored in these thirteen poems and stories, which unfurl the true nature of the soul by shining a light on inner habits of doubt and fear.
Who am I? For that matter, who are you? What ar
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