Poet, translator, editor and mentor of the American men's consciousness
movement, Robert Bly's contribution to American literature
and culture has been invaluable. The author of numerous books
of poems, translations, anthologies and critical essays,
Mr. Bly has for decades championed the essential spirit of
poetry.
Founder of the influential journal, The
Fifties, Mr. Bly has
balanced prolific editing, translating and writing with readings,
lectures and workshops. A graduate of Harvard University, he
leapt into prominence as the definitive poet protesting the
country's involvement in the Vietnam War. Later, his landmark
book, Iron John: A Book About Men, became a national best-seller
and triggered the men's consciousness movement. Mr. Bly lives
in rural Minnesota.
BOA books by Robert Bly:
Holes the Crickets Have Eaten in Blankets
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