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Alden Nowlan was a Canadian poet and playwright whose works captured the struggles and resilience of the human spirit. Born into humble beginnings in rural Nova Scotia, Nowlan's early life was shaped by adversity, but he turned to poetry as a means of expression and escape. His ability to write with raw emotion and clarity made him one of Canada's most respected literary figures. Nowlan's works delve into themes of personal struggle, transformation, and the search for meaning, inspiring readers to find strength and beauty in even the most difficult circumstances.

"Offhand, the only North American writers I can think of who have come from a background of rural poverty and gone on to write about it have been Negroes."


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