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Richard Purdy Wilbur (March 1, 1921 – October 14, 2017) was an American poet and literary translator. One of the foremost poets of his generation, Wilbur's work, often employing rhyme, and composed primarily in traditional forms, was marked by its wit, charm, and gentlemanly elegance.
Learn about Richard Wilbur, one of the most lauded and honored poets of 20th century American verse, who wrote elegant and witty poems in traditional forms. Explore his life, works, themes, and influences, from his Pulitzer Prize-winning collections to his translations of French drama.
Richard Wilbur (born March 1, 1921, New York, New York, U.S.—died October 14, 2017, Belmont, Massachusetts) was an American poet associated with the New Formalist movement. Wilbur was educated at Amherst College, Amherst, Massachusetts, and Harvard University, where he studied literature.
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Learn about Richard Wilbur, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and translator of French and Russian literature. Explore his poems, awards, books, and legacy as a former poet laureate of the United States.
Learn about the life and work of Richard Wilbur, an esteemed poet who divided critics but won two Pulitzer prizes for his elegant, classically inspired verse. He was also a professor, a translator and the second U.S. poet laureate.
A collection of poems, articles, and audio recordings by and about the late American poet, translator, and children's author Richard Wilbur. Learn about his life, work, awards, and influence on American poetry.
Learn about Richard Wilbur (1921-2017), the US Poet Laureate and Pulitzer Prize winner, and his formal and universal poetry. Explore his books, awards, translations and recordings.
