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This reads as an attempt to describe poetry as something gathered from stray thought and from attention to what cannot be plainly seen. It suggests that poems come not from neat logic alone, but from drift, intuition, and the mind lingering on hidden things. It lands when an ordinary moment suddenly turns strange and suggestive on the page.
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About Michael Bassey Johnson
Michael Bassey Johnson is a Nigerian poet and playwright. His work often explores themes of identity, colonialism, and cultural resilience, blending sharp social commentary with lyrical precision. Known for his distinctive voice in African literature, he remains a significant figure in postcolonial writing.
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