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James Richardson Reads W. S. Merwin

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Exploring the Transformative Power of Poetry

Exploring the subtle yet profound impact of lineation, rhythm, and syntax in poetry, this chapter discusses how a particular poem transforms the reader's perspective on mundane objects, such as a piece of wood, through its quiet yet powerful approach.

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