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Kenneth Koch

(1925–2002) Poet United States

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Kenneth Koch was a poet from the United States, best known for Wishes, lies and dreams.

Quick Facts About Kenneth Koch

Born
February 27, 1925
Died
July 6, 2002
Nationality
United States
Profession
Poet
Notable works
Wishes, lies and dreams

About Kenneth Koch

Kenneth Koch was an American poet, playwright, and professor, active from the 1950s until his death at age 77.) He was a prominent poet of the New York School of poetry. This was a loose group of poets including Frank O'Hara and John Ashbery that eschewed contemporary introspective poetry in favor of an exuberant, cosmopolitan style that drew major inspiration from travel, painting, and music. Comical, narrative, punning and exuberant are adjectives that have been associated with his work.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Bollingen Prize Guggenheim Fellowship Shelley Memorial Award

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