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Stevie Smith

(1902–1971) Poet United Kingdom

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Stevie Smith writes that death is just a one‑handed door, not a separation. She also talks about relying on yourself when friends don’t show up. She mentions enjoying peeling vegetables like a slim young parsnip. She describes how indifferent friends can feel like a cold, distant wave.

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Stevie Smith was a poet from the United Kingdom, best known for Me again.

Quick Facts About Stevie Smith

Born
September 20, 1902
Died
March 7, 1971
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Poet
Notable works
Me again

About Stevie Smith

Florence Margaret Smith, known as Stevie Smith, was an English poet and novelist. She won the Cholmondeley Award and was awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. Stevie, a play by Hugh Whitemore based on her life, was adapted into a film starring Glenda Jackson.

Awards & Honors

King’s / Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry Cholmondeley Award

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