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In honor of National Poetry Month, we're taking a look at some of our favorite lines from prominent female poets. Adrienne Rich, who passed away last year, left a strong literary legacy filled with poignant, inspiring verse. From her bold and powerful poetry to the celebrated words of Maya Angelou, here are eight acclaimed passages from the finest female poets.

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Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Maya Angelou
Sylvia Plath
Adrienne Rich
Margaret Atwood
Emily Dickinson
Gwendolyn Brooks
Anne Bradstreet
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