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Adrian Mitchell, the British poet, was a prolific writer and activist known for his passionate commitment to social justice and political change. From his anti-war anthem "Tell Me Lies About Vietnam" to his whimsical children's poetry, Mitchell's work reflects his belief in the power of art to challenge injustice and inspire hope. His legacy as a poet of the people continues to resonate with readers and activists around the world, reminding us of the transformative potential of poetry in times of turmoil.
"I use the language I use to my friends. They wouldn't believe me if I used some high-flown literary language. I want them to believe me."
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"I want to speak, to sing to total strangers. It's my way of talking to the world."
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"There have always been poets who performed. Blake sang his Songs of Innocence and Experience to parties of friends."
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"Written poetry is different. Best thing is to see it in performance first, then read it. Performance is more provocative."
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