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Lucille Clifton
(b. 1936)

English-born Thomas Campion was known in his day not only as a poet but also as a composer. He set many of his poems to music, including "Cherry Ripe." Two of his collections are A Book of Airs (1601) and The Third and Fourth Books of Airs (ca. 1617). His interest in the relationship of music and poetry prompted him to write a discourse on English metrics, "Observation in the Art of English Poesy" (1602).

Academy of American Poets: Lucille Clifton

This site, part of the Academy of American Poets website, features basic biographical and bibliographical information regarding Lucille Clifton and her poetry. Of special note are the links to audio recordings of Clifton reading some of her poetry.

Voices from the Gaps: Lucille Clifton

This site, part of the Voices from the Gaps, Women Writers of Color web site, is a fine place to start learning more about Lucille Clifton and her work. It provides a good biography, many links to her works online, and links to additional resources.

Modern American Poetry: Lucille Clifton

This site, part of the Modern American Poetry website, provides links to critical, historical, and biographical information regarding Lucille Clifton and her work.

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