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The Verb

The Verb at the Contains Strong Language Festival of poetry and performanceThe Verb at the Contains Strong Language Festival of poetry and performance

Released On: 06 Oct 2017

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Ian presents a host of international poets recorded as part of the Hull 2017 Celebrations.

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