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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
THE SITUATION IS INTOLERABLE', by RITA DOVE Recitation by Author Poem Explanation Poet Analysis Poet's Biography First Line: Intolerable: that civilized word Last Line: O yes. O mercy on our souls Subject(s): Parks, Rosa (1913-2005); Racism; Racial Prejudice; Bigotry | |||
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