Edwin Arlington Robinson

Edwin Arlington Robinson was an American poet born on December 22, 1869, in Head Tide, Maine. He grew up in a small town that would later inspire much of his work, reflecting the complexities of human nature and the struggles of everyday life. Robinson's poetry often features characters who grapple with their identities and circumstances, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and insight. His keen observations and masterful command of language earned him the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry three times, solidifying his place in the American literary canon.

Robinson's most notable works include "Richard Cory," "Miniver Cheevy," and "The Town Down the River," each painting vivid portraits of individuals and their inner battles. His ability to blend narrative and poetic form invites readers to explore the depths of human experience. If you're curious about the themes of isolation, aspiration, and the human condition, we invite you to delve into Robinson's poetry in the app, where you can discover the beauty and poignancy of his words.

The House on the Hill

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of The House on the Hill by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This was the weekly poetry proje…

Children of the Night

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This is a collection of poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson, titled the Children of the Night, and including, besides the famous title poem, s…

Richard Cory

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This was the weekly poetry project for 3 June 2006. Many “character” poems cut straight to the inmost psychology of their subjects, but here…

The Man Against the Sky: A Book of Poems

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This is a volume of later Poetry by the famous American poet Edwin Arlington Robinson. - Summary by Carolin

Captain Craig: A Book of Poems

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This is a volume of narrative poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson. - Summary by Carolin

The Children of the Night

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Children of the Night by Edwin Arlington Robinson.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project…

The Three Taverns: A Book of Poems

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This is a volume of poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This volume contains, among other poems, the famous poems The Valley of the Shadow an…

The Town Down the River: A Book of Poems

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This is a volume of poetry by Edwin Arlington Robinson, dedicated to Theodore Roosevelt. This volume also contains his lesser known shorter …

Miniver Cheevy

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LibriVox readers bring you 16 recordings of "Miniver Cheevy" by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This was the fortnightly poem for June 1…

Poor Relation

LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Poor Relation by Edwin Arlington Robinson.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for Jun…