Folger Poetry: Emily Dickinson Birthday Tribute by RICHARD HOWARD December 10, 2007

Given annually by poets from diverse backgrounds, this reading celebrates Dickinson's powerful and compelling influence on American poetry. Pulitzer prize-winning poet, scholar, teacher, critic, and translator Richard Howard focuses his insight and appreciation on Emily Dickinson's work from her “flood” year, 1862. Monday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. Followed by a reception with black cake from Dickinson’s own recipe. Tickets: $12—202.544.7077 or www.folger.edu/poetry.

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