

Natasha Trethewey Reads Charles Wright
13 snips Jun 19, 2019
Former US Poet Laureate Natasha Tretheway and Kevin Young discuss Charles Wright's poem 'Toadstools' and Tretheway's poem 'Repentance'. They explore themes of renewal, grief, and loss, highlighting the power of poetry to express intricate emotions. Tretheway reflects on her personal journey, embracing innovation in poetic form, and delving into the complexities of nature and human experience.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Grief and Renewal through 'Toadstools'
01:53 • 13min
Exploration of Grief, Transcendence, and Uncertainty in a Poem
14:31 • 3min
Exploration of Personal Journey through Poetry
17:58 • 5min
Embracing Innovation in Poetic Form
23:05 • 15min
Exploring Works by Natasha Tretheway and Charles Wright
37:56 • 2min