The storm that bends the birch trees Is held to be violent But how about the storm That bends the backs of the roadworkers? — Bertolt Brecht Copy Share Image
[The] whirlwind fife-and-drum of the storm bends the salt marsh grass, disturbs stars in the sky and the star on the steeple; it is a privilege to see so much confusion. — Marianne Moore Copy Share Image
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