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Tools of the Trade: Poems for New Doctors (3rd edition)
A little book of poetry to provide inspiration, comfort and support to new doctors.Become our Friend
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From the Front Lines: Sam Tongue
Poet Samuel Tongue reflects on what it feels like to have his debut collection come out just as the pandemic struck. ...More
Poetry on Lockdown: Brecht’s ‘When the times darken’
As part of our blog series where Library staff reflect upon poems chosen from our website, we look at Brecht's 'When the times darken'. ...More
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Every day is a fresh beginning;
Listen, my soul, to the glad refrain,
And, spite of old sorrow and older sinning,
And puzzles forecasted and possible pain,
Take heart with the day, and begin again.
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