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You have to learn a few things, which you do along the way, but basically, poetry is a matter of the ear. Iambic pentameters or what constitutes a stanza comes naturally - your ears will know.

Vikram Seth

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Vikram Seth
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: June 20
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Calcutta
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