Collected Poems 1943-2004

OVER THE COURSE of his distinguished sixty-year career, Richard Wilbur has written seventeen collections of poetry, five children’s books, and numerous works of prose and translations. This volume presents a comprehensive collection of Wilbur’s work, including many of his most recent poems.

The Washington Post - Michael Dirda

It's tempting to keep quoting this marvel-filled poetry, but there's really no need. You should already be familiar with Richard Wilbur's work -- and if you're not, then you know what present to ask for this holiday season.

Richard Wilbur has served as poet laureate of the United States, and his many other honors include the National Book Award, the Pulitzer Prize (twice), and the Bollinger Translation Prize. Wilbur lives in Cummington, Massachusetts, and Key West, Florida.