In falling leaves, Clifton finds a graceful faith in letting go. It is a continuing theme for her.
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On Falling Leaves and Letting Go
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The Lesson of the Falling Leaves
Clifton has written simple but powerful poems about letting go, including this autumnal poem.
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Two Parables Involving Falling Leaves
Scott Bates and Lucille Clifton find poetic lessons in falling leaves.
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