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William Carlos Williams

William Carlos Williams

US
Birth: 1883-09-17 , Rutherford
Death: 1963-03-04 , Rutherford
William Carlos Williams was an American poet, physician, and writer closely associated with the Modernist movement. His poetry is characterized by its focus on everyday American life, colloquial speech, and vivid imagery, often drawing inspiration from the ordinary objects and experiences of his surroundings. Williams championed the idea of a distinctly American poetry, free from European influences, and his work significantly impacted the development of Imagism and later poetic movements.
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Awards

1956
Academy of American Poets Fellowship

Annual award granted to American poets with an exceptional publication history. Recognizes excellence and impact on American poetry.

1950
NBA

The National Book Awards are one of the most prestigious literary awards in the United States, celebrating excellence in American literature across various categories.

1950
National Book Award Poetry

American literary award for poetry, awarded annually by the National Book Foundation. Recognizes excellence in American literature.

1952
Poeta Laureado dos EUA

The Poet Laureate of the United States is a title appointed by the Librarian of Congress. The laureate serves as a national ambassador for poetry.

1963
Pulitzer Poetry

Recognizes excellence in poetry published by American authors in the previous year. It is one of the most prestigious awards in United States literature, celebrating the art and impact of poetry.

1952
Bollingen Prize for Poetry

Biennial award for poetry granted by Yale University, recognizing the work of an American poet.

A Sort of a Song

A Sort of a Song
Let the snake wait under
his weed
and the writing
be of words, slow and quick, sharp
to strike, quiet to wait,
sleepless.
-- through metaphor to reconcile
the people and the stones.
Compose. (No ideas
but in things) Invent!
Saxifrage is my flower that splits
the rocks.
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