“April is Poetry Month, the Academy of American Poets tells us. In 2013 there were 7,427 poetry readings in April, many on a Thursday. For anyone born in 1928 who pays attention to poetry, the numerousness is astonishing. In April of 1948, there were 15 readings in the United States, 12 by Robert Frost. So I claim. The figures are imaginary, but you get the point.”
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Donald Hall is a renowned American poet, born on September 20, 1928. His poetry is known for its simplicity, depth, and emotional richness, which has won him a wide audience. more
“For better or worse, poetry is my life.”
“Know thine own worth, and reverence the lyre.”
“A fugitive becomes a queen or a scientist or, worse, a poet.”
“poetry melts my bones. enters my blood. and changes its composition.”