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“Gascoigne, Ben Jonson, Greville, Raleigh, Donne, Poets who wrote great poems, one by one, And spaced by many years, each line an act Through which few labor, which no men retract. This passion is the scholar's heritage”

Quote by Yvor Winters

Work

Collected Poems

This book is a collection of poems that spans different styles and themes, showcasing the diversity of poetic expression. more

Author

Yvor Winters
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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