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Renowned American Poet |
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New York State poet laureate from 1998 to 2000, Sharon Olds is the author of eight volumes of poetry, including Satan Says (1981), The Gold Cell (1987), The Father (1992), and Blood, Tin, and Straw (1999). Her poems are renowned for their emotional power and striking imagery. The New York Times wrote of her, "Like Whitman, Ms. Olds sings the body in celebration of a power stronger than political oppression." |
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Books by Sharon Olds will be available for purchase at both events.
We welcome all members of the Ithaca College community and the general public. For further information contact Katharyn Howd Machan at 607-274-3325
Individuals
with disabilities requiring accommodation should contact the Office of
Affirmative Action at 607-274-3909 (voice), 607-274-1767 (TDD), or bleblanc@ithaca.edu,
as much in advance of the event as possible.