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Great Poets And Contests
8 May 2008, the poet @ 11:02 pm

Happy birthday to Gary Snyder, who is, in my view, the best of the Beat poets. And you’ve got to watch this video. Thanks to Edward Byrne.

Finally, I’ve found something that Ron Silliman and I have in common:

A white male in a failing empire . . . .

Winners in Adirondack.

Speaking of contests, here’s one from Rattle.

Check out these five poets with staying power.

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1 Comment a “Great Poets And Contests”


  1. janetleigh — May 9, 2008 @ 8:57 am

    Thanks for the great info, Allen. I especially enjoyed the last item, five poets with staying power. I spent some time on the site and also liked the five writers who spoke truth to power..:)


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