“Professors of literature, who for the most part are genteel but mediocre men, can make but a poor defense of their profession, and the professors of science, who are frequently men of great intelligence but of limited interests and education”
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Yvor Winters
Yvor Winters was a prominent American poet known for his formalist approach to poetry. Born on October 17, 1900, in California, he spent much of his life in the Pacific Northwest. His poetry is characterized by its intellectual depth and rigorous craftsmanship, often focusing on themes of nature, morality, and the human condition. Winters was also a respected critic and literary theorist, contributing significantly to the understanding of American poetry. more
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