Name: A. Van Jordan: "A Moment Alone" by Academy of American Poets
Duration: 1 min 22 s
Description: Recorded by A. Van Jordan for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on February 28, 2020. www.poets.org

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Recorded by A. Van Jordan for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on February 28, 2020. www.poets.org

A. Van Jordan: "A Moment Alone"

The Academy of American Poets is the largest membership-based nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. For over three generations, the Academy has connected millions of people to great poetry through programs such as National Poetry Month, the largest literary celebration in the world; Poets.org, the Academy’s popular website; American Poet, a biannual literary journal; and an annual series of poetry readings and special events. Since its founding, the Academy has awarded more money to poets than any other organization.

A. Van Jordan: "A Moment Alone"

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