The New Yorker: Poetry cover image

Meena Alexander Reads Gerald Stern

The New Yorker: Poetry

00:00

Inspirations from Past and Present

The poet drew inspiration for the poem 'Cochi' from their past in India and time spent in Africa as a child. The reference to the Nile River in the poem was due to living near it. The poem is a blend of past experiences and the present, creating a rich and personal narrative.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app