University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Hayden's Life and Career
Mark A. Sanders writes a biographical critique on Robert Hayden and his poetry.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Edna St. Vincent Millay
This site provides a biography of Edna St. Vincent Millay, followed by a list of her works, and the full text to several of her poems.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Richard Wilbur
Read a short biography of Richard Wilbur. Read his poem "The Prisoner of Zenda." Read two other poems: "Advice to a Prophet" and "The Writer." Two other web links are given.
University of Virginia
Explorations in Black Leadership: Nikki Giovanni
A video interview with poet and author Nikki Giovanni, civil rights activist. Includes full transcript of video and short biography.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Robert Frost (1874 1963)
Critical analysis of numerous Frost poems by foremost literary critics like William Pritchard. This is a great resource for students learning how to analyze Frost's poetry.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The Poet's Voice: Langston Hughes and You
What is meant by voice in poetry, and what qualities have made the voice of Langston Hughes a favorite for so many people? This lesson will lead learners to learn about the qualities that make Langston Hughes's voice distinctive,...
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Gwendolyn Brooks
The Academy recognizes this prolific writer and her works as part of the Harlem Renaissance. Content includes the full text of several of her poems, as well as a selected bibliography of her poetry, prose, and letters.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: "Song of Myself, I, Ii, Vi & Lii" by Walt Whitman
This site provides the text to Walt Whitman's Song of Myself, I, II, VI & LII, a brief biography of Walt Whitman, and links to some of Whitman's other poems.
Other
Guernica: Tracy K. Smith: Our Best Selves Are Reserved for the Page
An interview with Tracy K. Smith, the 2017 U.S. Poet Laureate, where she discusses writing a memoir, her poetry, and David Bowie. (Published June 28, 2016)
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Shel Silverstein
Biographical site about Shel Silverstein's life. You can also click on the titles of his poems to read them in full.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Poems for Your Pocket
One day during National Poetry Month is dedicated to "Put a Poem in Your Pocket Day." Use this site to find poems to share with others. It includes a downloadable PDF of ideas for teachers and a collection of poems.
Other
Harvard Magazine: A Conversation With Tracy K. Smith '94
An interview with Tracy K. Smith, the 2017 U.S. Poet Laureate, where she talks about her memoir, Ordinary Light. (Published April 9, 2015)
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Marianne Moore
You can rely on this site for biographical and critical views of Marianne Moore (1887-1972 CE) and her work. It includes criticism of a number of poems, a photo gallery, an exhibit and a biography.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Edna St. Vincent Millay
This outstanding resource offers literary criticism, biographical information, full text of poems, and historical context for Edna St. Vincent Millay's (1892-1950 CE) work.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Sterling A. Brown (1901 1989)
An extensive look at the life and works of Sterling A. Brown of the Harlem Renaissance. With links to specific poems and analysis, a biography, and related topics.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Utah Poets
Poets.org provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for Utah includes information on the poet laureate, Kenneth W. Brewer. Other sections include featured poets (Judy Jordan and David Lee) and poems...
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: North Dakota Poets
Poets.org provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for North Dakota includes information on featured poets and poems specifically about North Dakota.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: W. D. Snodgrass
Poets.org provides a brief biographical overview of W. D. Snodgrass including information on his life and links to selected poems. A column of links to additional reading information on Snodgrass is also provided.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: James Merrill
Poets.org provides a brief biographical overview of James Merrill including information on his life and links to selected poems. A column of links to additional reading information on Merrill is also provided.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Anne Waldman
Poets.org provides a brief biographical overview of Anne Waldman including information on her life and links to selected poems. A column of links to additional reading information on Waldman is also provided.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Elizabeth Bishop
Poets.org provides a brief biographical overview of Elizabeth Bishop including information on her life and links to selected poems. A column of links to additional reading information on Bishop is also provided.
Other
Loc: American Life in Poetry
Each week, Ted Kooser, U.S. Poet Laureate from 2004 to 2006, creates a column on contemporary American poetry for newspapers and online publications. His columns include a brief introduction or reflection, followed by the text of a poem....
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Rhythms in Poetry: Claude Mc Kay
This is a succinct biography of Claude McKay, infamous Harlem Renaissance poet who expressed the need for the African American community in America to speak out against racism. See "Claude McKay Activities" for related materials.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg
This site contains biographical content drawn from the American Masters Series DVD entitled The Life And Times of Allen Ginsberg. The person featured,Allen Ginsberg, was one of the first "beat" poets. His counterculture experimentation...
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