'So This Is Poetry': National Poetry Month Launched at the Library

摘要

With tones swinging from witty to bitter to joyful to profound, six noted poets launched National Poetry Month at.the Library on April 9 with readings from their own works. April 1996 is the first annual National Poetry Month, a celebration of poetry and its vital place in American culture. The launch, which took place in the Northwest Pavilion of the Jefferson Building's Great Hall, was one of hundreds of events being held throughout the country this month to highlight the achievements of contemporary poets and introduce more Americans to the benefits of reading poetry.