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William Baer

William Baer (born 1948) is an American poet.

William Baer

Born
1948 · Geneva.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
poet
Movements
New Formalism
Education
New York University · Rutgers University · University of Southern California · University of South Carolina
Honours
Guggenheim Fellowship · T. S. Eliot Prize

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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