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A Tree with a Bird in it: A Symposium of Contemporary American Poets on Being Shown a Pear-tree on Which Sat a Grackle

By Margaret Widdemer

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness a diverse group of American poets playfully and thoughtfully interpret a simple scene of nature, revealing their individual voices and the essence of creativity.

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2011-07-24
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Summary

"A Tree with a Bird in it" by Margaret Widdemer, is an early 20th-century collection of poems from various American poets reacting to the sight of a pear tree with a grackle sitting on it. The book serves as a creative discussion, with each poet offering their unique take, blending humor and serious reflection. The collection showcases different styles and explores topics like nature, life, and even silliness, also featuring well-known poets such as Robert Frost and Edna St. Vincent Millay. The book reveals not only the poets' creativity but also how they viewed their place in society, giving readers a rich experience that considers the meaning of the bird, the tree, and poetry.

About the Author

Margaret Widdemer was an American poet and novelist. She won the Pulitzer Prize in 1919 for her collection The Old Road to Paradise, shared with Carl Sandburg for Cornhuskers.

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