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 of Minnesota poet Tom Hennen's latest book calls him an "American master."

Hennen, who was born in Morris in 1942, worked much of his life as a letterpress printer and a naturalist. Retired, he now lives in St. Paul to be close to his children and grandchildren.  

 just published a review of his poetry called "

." It's his first national publication, and for NY Times reviewer Dana Jennings, the collection is a revelation.

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A New York Times review of Minnesota poet Tom Hennen’s latest book calls him an “American master.” Hennen, who was born in Morris in 1942, worked much of his life as a letterpress printer and a naturalist. Retired, he now lives in St. Paul to be close to his children and grandchildren.  Copper Canyon Press…

Poet Tom Hennen: American master, hidden right under our noses

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